Level 2 Sociology
L2SOCI01 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mr T. Martin.
Level 2 Sociology focuses on how communities have sought change and fought for human rights across cultures. It also provides you the opportunity to effect change in your own community.
The study of Sociology develops research skills, formal academic writing, seeking to understand different perspectives, evaluation, and an understanding of different identities and cultural norms.
Topics covered may include:
-The protest at Ihumātao
-Cultural conflict in Pakistan and Malala Yousafzai’s story
-Social action (doing something to benefit your community). In 2024 these included working in a local primary school, working with Wairau Valley Satelite School, Environment care, supporting Women's Refuge.
Learning Areas:
Pathway
Level 3 Geography, Level 3 Sociology
Career PathwaysCopywriter, Animal Care Attendant, Archivist, Police Officer, Historian, Barrister, Counsellor, Urban/Regional Planner, Minister of Religion, Elected Government Representative, Emergency Management Officer, Psychologist, Trainer, Journalist, Communications Professional, Community Development Worker, Solicitor, Corrections Officer, Judge, Crop Worker