Social Studies SEC Level

Entry Requirements

School leaving standard of education is recommended. For online lessons, learners need to have an understanding on how to use a computer.

Duration

30-week course with 3 contact hours per week.

Learning Outcomes

Expected learning outcomes for this course include:

Knowledge

Understand core sociological concepts including culture, identity, socialisation, stratification, and social change.
Demonstrate knowledge of human ecology, demography, and sustainable development issues.
Know the functions and structures of social institutions such as family, education, religion, economy, health, and political systems.
Understand key political concepts such as democracy, citizenship, sovereignty, and governance.
Identify the causes and effects of crime, deviance, delinquency, and methods of prevention and rehabilitation.
Explore the concepts of youth, youth culture, media influence, and globalisation.

Skills

Apply sociological and political theories to current events and real-life contexts, both local and global.
Interpret and analyse demographic data and social trends.
Examine and compare different types of social institutions and their evolution.
Critically evaluate social issues such as inequality, discrimination, and social exclusion.
Use appropriate terminology to discuss and write about social and political topics.
Engage with different viewpoints and develop arguments based on evidence and reasoning.

Competences

Participate effectively as active, informed citizens in democratic society.
Reflect on personal identity and values in relation to societal norms and cultural diversity.
Demonstrate critical awareness of social justice, gender equality, and sustainability.
Collaborate in discussions and group tasks on social issues, contributing constructively and respectfully.
Make informed decisions and solve problems related to social and political life.
Act with social responsibility, empathy, and ethical consideration in diverse contexts.

Delivery Method

Online lessons.

Certification/Award

A letter of attendance will be issued to learners who attend at least 80% of the course. Learners may wish to sit for the MATSEC exam in Social Studies Level 1.

Progression to Further Education

After successfully completing this course, learners may pursue further study in related fields or use this qualification as part of their overall portfolio for entry into post-secondary or tertiary education, including through the maturity clause.

Additional Note

This is a revision course for learners sitting for the MATSEC SEC level examination. The educator is therefore not required to deliver the entire syllabus issued by MATSEC. https://www.um.edu.mt/matsec/syllabi

Exam

Language of Instruction

Bilingual