Citizenship Studies

Citizenship Studies introduces students to key citizenship issues and helps them develop a practical understanding of what it means to be a citizen today. They acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to think critically and play a positive role in public life.

EXAM BOARD: OCR

HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?

The qualification comprises three interrelated components:

WHAT WILL YOU STUDY?

Each component enables learners to understand what it means to be a citizen in today’s society in a practical way. The subject content is split into four key sections:

SECTION 1: Rights, the law and the legal system in England and Wales

• Rights and responsibilities
• The law
• The legal system (England and Wales)

SECTION 2: The UK and the wider world

• Democracy, elections and voting in the UK
• National, local, regional and devolved government
• British constitution
• The economy, finance and money
• The role of the media and free press
• Citizenship participation in the UK
• Politics beyond the UK

SECTION 3: The UK and the wider world

• Identities and diversity in UK society
• The UK and its relations with the wider world

SECTION 4: Citizenship action

Students take part in real-life practical activities that address a particular issue or concern, aimed at providing a benefit for a particular community or society as a whole. They use both primary and secondary sources, and employ skills such as:

• Research and enquiry
• Interpretation of evidence
• Planning
• Collaboration
• Problem solving
• Advocacy
• Campaigning
• Evaluation.

MORE INFORMATION

If you have any further questions, please speak to Mrs Cook.

You can also find more detailed information on the OCR website.

GCSE - Citizenship Studies (9-1) - J270 (from 2016) - OCR