Level 3 Social Studies: Law and Order (UE Lit - R/W)
Option Description
In "Law and Order," you'll explore the structure of modern legal systems, how laws and policies are made, and how society responds to crime and conflict. This course dives into contemporary issues like punishment, justice, and the role of law in maintaining order. Through real-world examples, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the legal frameworks that shape our world and the challenges they face today.
We will use Social Studies standards.
Option Overview
Term 1
Local, national and international policy
Term 2
Group project taking action to influence a policy issue
Term 3
Controversies and conflict
Term 4
Politics
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 2 Geography, Level 2 History, Level 2 Humanities, Level 2 Social Studies or HOD Approval.
Pathway
Tertiary Study
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This option is eligible for course endorsement.
This option is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
Social Studies 3.2 - Conduct a critical social inquiry
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Social Studies 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of how ideologies shape society
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Social Studies 3.4 - Examine personal involvement in a social action(s) that aims to influence policy change(s)
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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: 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, Historian, Barrister, Urban/Regional Planner, 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, Library Assistant, Market Research Analyst, Survey Interviewer, Policy Analyst, Probation Officer, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Social Worker, Court Registry Officer, Marketing Specialist, Psychotherapist, Support Worker, Epidemiologist,
Disclaimer
NCEA Levels 1, 2 & 3 courses will be made up of a selection of the stated standards. This will happen at the beginning of the year with the assigned teacher.