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In Year 13 Global Studies we focus on different modern case studies of what people believe, the ideologies behind these beliefs, and how different societies are shaped as a result. This course is about: "how societies work and how people can participate in their communities as informed, critical, active, and responsible citizens. Students examine the causes and effects of social issues that relate to identity, culture, and organisation, and learn to take actions that may bring about social improvement. Students should take this course if they are interested in the world and curious about why certain things are the way they are."
This course offers a combination of external and internal assessment
This course is University approved and offers UE literacy credits
Course endorsement available
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Students who take Global Studies will be fascinated about social, economic and political issues affecting the world, and enjoy making a difference through social action. Being successful in humanities subjects such as for instance English, Geography or History would be advantageous. Students new to this course are welcome as this is an open entry course.
In the Year 13 Global Studies course, we focus on different modern case studies of what people believe, the ideologies behind these beliefs, and how modern societies are shaped as a result. We will learn about current issues in the news affecting people, for instance we may do studies on middle eastern studies, peace and conflict, gender, or other relevant topics that are engaging the public imagination of national and global politics.
The aim of the course is to acquire research, analytical, evaluative, and communication skills. The course will focus on different modern case studies of what people believe, the ideologies behind these beliefs, and how different societies are shaped as a result.
Your work will be assessed through three internal assessments and one external assessment.
Standard AS91560 - Examine a campaign of social action(s) to influence policy change(s) (internal)
Standard AS91597 - Conduct a social inquiry (internal) - UE Lit Reading
Standard AS91598 - Demonstrate understanding of how ideologies shape society (external) - UE Lit Reading/Writing
Standard AS91599 - Examine personal involvement in a social action(s) that aims to influence policy change(s) (internal) - UE Lit Reading
For those needing extra opportunities for accessing UE literacy, the following EAP standards can be made available:
US22750 - Write a crafted text using researched material in English for an academic purpose
US22751 - Read and process information in English for academic purposes
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For further information you can contact:
Teacher in Charge of Global Studies - Rob Smyle - syr@pc.school.nz
Or
Careers Department - careers@pc.school.nz