Level 2 Social Studies
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Lamb, Mr E. Brown.
Social Studies at Level 2 introduces students to aspects of Psychology and Sociology to study how individuals and groups from different times, cultures and places participate, deal with change and the conflict this can bring. Several case studies are examined throughout the year based on current events and real-world topics. Social Studies is a highly relevant subject, which encourages students to think critically about people and real-world topics, gaining a better understanding of how society, and the world, works.
Social Studies is useful for many career pathways that involve working and supporting with people, including: Commerce, Health Services, Law and Criminal Justice, Teaching and Social Work.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
External
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