Welcome to Modern Studies
Teacher
Miss Z Hussain
Mr P Oberg (DHT)
Modern Studies allows pupils to learn and understand local, national and international affairs by developing an informed view of social, political and economical issues.
NQ Course Description
The NQ 3-5 courses are made up of various units, as seen in the table below.
National 4/5
The course is based around 3 units:
- Democracy in Scotland and in the UK- Democracy in Scotland
- Social Issues in the UK- Social Inequality
- International Issues- A World Power
Pupils are assessed on their Knowledge and Understanding of the course content, and on skills of evaluation based on source evidence.
Pupils are required to complete an Added Value Unit at National 4 level. The Added Value Unit will involve learners selecting, researching and presenting findings on an issue of their choice, applying their knowledge and understanding.
Pupils are required to complete a Course Assessment at National 5 level. The Course Assessment consists of an Assignment and a Question Paper. Learners will research a topical issue and write up their findings.