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Why study Modern Studies at Garnock?
SUBJECT SKILLS: Modern Studies
Resilience
Teamwork Organisation
Communication Creativity
Problem-solving Adaptability
Leadership Integrity
“If you’re interested in things happening in the world or want to develop awareness of them…pick Modern!”
“The subject is very interesting and you get to learn lots about what’s happening in today’s world. Modern Studies helps you in other subjects in school. Crime and the Law is very interesting!”
“It provides a deeper understanding of how the world around you works and the issues that may affect you on a daily basis”
“It teaches you what our leaders actually do for our country and can help you gain political beliefs. It could lead to a political career.”
In S4 Modern Studies, we will learn about:
Democracy in Scotland – Who represents us and where do they work? What rights do we have? How are MSPs elected?
The USA – Why is the USA so influential? What rights to citizens have? What issues are there in the USA, such as guns, immigration, discrimination?