301GLB

Level 3 Global Studies

Course Description

Welcome to Global Studies, a dynamic course designed to immerse you in the disciplines of Social Studies and Media Studies. This course offers a unique opportunity to explore contemporary social justice and human rights issues, with a focus on influencing policy changes, such as bills going through parliament.

In Level 3 Social Studies, you will develop research and inquiry skills to examine a New Zealand social issue of your choice. You’ll delve into the intricacies of social justice, aiming to make a tangible impact on policy.

In Media Studies, you’ll channel your creativity into producing a media product. You’ll learn essential production skills, including writing, planning, designing, and producing a short film. This hands-on experience will teach you to collaborate effectively and take on significant roles within a production team, honing practical skills such as filming, editing, and resource and time management.

Throughout the year, you’ll create high-quality essays and films, suitable for inclusion in an online portfolio. This portfolio will be a valuable asset for tertiary education or industry opportunities. Additionally, you’ll analyze the impact of media on Pasifika and New Zealand identities through representation assessments.

Join us in Global Studies to develop a comprehensive understanding of social issues and media production, preparing you for future academic and professional endeavors.

Course Overview

Semester 1
A.S. 91600 v2 Social Studies 3.5 - Examine a campaign of social action(s) to influence policy change(s)
A.S. 91492 v2 Media Studies 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the media representation of an aspect of New Zealand culture or society.

Semester 2
A.S. 91597 v2 Social Studies 3.2 - Conduct a critical social inquiry.
A.S. 91494 v2 Media Studies 3.5 - Produce a design for a media product that meets the requirements of a brief
A.S. 91495 v2 Media Studies 3.6 - Produce a media product to meet the requirements of a brief

Recommended Prior Learning

10 credits or more in Level 2 Media Studies and Social Studies. For those students who have not previously studied either but who wish to enter at Level 2, credits obtained in another Social Science subject, and/ or English will be used as the basis for entry.

Pathway

This subject does not lead to a Level 3 approved UE course, but an additional attainment towards NCEA Level 2 Achievement.

Assessment Information

All Assessments are Internal. In Semester 1, Standards will be assessed individually. In Semester 2 there is a combination of 3 standards to achieve 16credits. This will be carried out as a group work.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 23 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 23 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91492 v2
NZQA Info
Media Studies 3.3 - Demonstrate understanding of the media representation of an aspect of New Zealand culture or society
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 3
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91494 v2
NZQA Info
Media Studies 3.5 - Produce a design for a media product that meets the requirements of a brief
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91495 v2
NZQA Info
Media Studies 3.6 - Produce a media product to meet the requirements of a brief
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0 *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91597 v2
NZQA Info
Social Studies 3.2 - Conduct a critical social inquiry
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91600 v2
NZQA Info
Social Studies 3.5 - Examine a campaign of social action(s) to influence policy change(s)
4
4
4
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 23
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 10
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 23

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.

Disclaimer

Any information, costs or standards may change.