PHIL303

Level 3 Philosophy and Social Action

Course Description

This course combines Philosophy and Senior Social Studies. 

Philosophy seeks to understand the universe and our place in it. Students of philosophy pursue wisdom and insight from a variety of viewpoints and, using reasoned argument, explore different cultural perspectives. Students study philosophy to seek wisdom and insight, make ethical decisions, think critically, argue logically, build personal confidence and broaden career options.

Senior Social Studies helps students to understand how individuals and groups take action to drive social change. We will look at examples of different social movements that have helped society progress before taking action ourselves to try and make an authentic change by trying to influence policy. 


COURSE OUTLINE Three internal achievement standards, one completed each term. The course seeks to introduce students to a range of philosophical concepts, themes and thinkers, as well as developing students' philosophical skills and their ability to make connections across traditional subjects boundaries. The main aims of the course are to stimulate a love of learning and inquiry, and to develop a capacity to question - although success will also be acknowledged through NCEA credits.


VOCATIONAL PATHWAY: 

Social and Community, Service Industries, University in the Social Sciences


COURSE OUTLINE: 

Three internal achievement standards, one completed each term. 

The course seeks to introduce students to a range of philosophical concepts, themes and thinkers, as well as developing students’ philosophical skills and their ability to make connections across traditional subject boundaries.

The main aims of the course are to stimulate a love of learning and inquiry and to develop a capacity to question – although success will also be acknowledged through NCEA credits.

Recommended Prior Learning

Ideally you will have taken a Social Science subject at NCEA or have a high level of Achievement in English. 

Learners also should demonstrate:
- Well-developed discussion skills, especially a willingness to listen to others.
- The ability to make connections across subject areas.
- Confidence in considering abstract ideas, and in accepting ambiguity.
- Developed writing skills, and the ability to organise notes and resources.
- Self-motivation and a determination to develop independent research skills.

Credit Information

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

This course is approved for University Entrance.

Total Credits Available: 24 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 6 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 18 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 90826 v3
NZQA Info
Religious Studies 3.3 - Analyse the response of a religious tradition to a contemporary ethical issue
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91396 v2
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 3.3 - Analyse the impact of a significant historical figure on the classical world
Level: 3
Internal or External: External
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r,6w *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91397 v2
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of significant ideology(ies) in the classical world
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91398 v2
NZQA Info
Classical Studies 3.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the lasting influences of the classical world on other cultures across time
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 6r *
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 24
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 24
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Approved subject for University Entrance

Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 24

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.