Year 13 Social Studies
Subject Description
Social Studies aims to give students an in-depth understanding of the interactions between people and society. They will gain skills that will enable them to think critically and evaluate the society in which they live. The focus of Level 3 Social Studies is examining national and global social issues, people's responses and actions to solve these issues.
Students of Social Sciences are valued for their ability to engage with complex issues, understand perspectives and communicate compelling arguments. This subject supports development of transferrable skills in research, critical literacy and communication which are valuable in all future career pathways.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 20 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 16 credits.
External
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
NZQA Info
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
Archivist, Police Officer, Barrister, Counsellor, Elected Government Representative, Emergency Management Officer, Psychologist, Trainer, Communications Professional, Community Development Worker, Solicitor, Corrections Officer, Judge, Economist, Records Adviser, Human Resources Adviser, Health Promoter, Librarian,
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