Whangaparaoa College
Level 3 Sociology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr T. Rea.
The course continues the study of society and social action within society. It gives the learners the opportunity to study social issues, take part in a practical social action and, understand how social action can influence change in society. It looks at what is going on in the world today and the impacts on society.
This course is open entry, meaning you do not have to study it at Level 1 or 2. The standards have UE literacy credits. It is possible to gain UE Entry in this subject through internal assessment only.
Topics covered:
-Researching an important issue that impacts society
-Examining protest movements that sought to change policies
-Undertaking a social action that aims to improve society by changing policies (rules, laws, systems)
Course Contribution and Equipment (this value is only indicative)
Laptop
Exercise book
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Social Studies 3.2 - Conduct a critical social inquiry
NZQA Info
Social Studies 3.4 - Examine personal involvement in a social action(s) that aims to influence policy change(s)
NZQA Info
Social Studies 3.5 - Examine a campaign of social action(s) to influence policy change(s)
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 16
Applicants to New Zealand universities require 14 credits in three approved subjects. This course is an Approved Course for University Entrance
Disclaimer
Although we aim to enable every learner to have the course that they prefer, limited places or learning requirements may restrict learners' choices.
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