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Learning for Life and Work
Why study Learning for Life and Work?

Through the study of real life situations and scenarios, GCSE Learning for Life and Work will provide you with opportunities to explore and express your own values and attitudes concerning human rights, social and economic responsibilities and develop an appreciation of the needs and views of others.

The aims of the course will offer you the opportunity to:

● develop knowledge and understanding of personal, social, cultural, political and
economic issues in contemporary society;
● develop an understanding of the different values and attitudes, needs and
perspectives of your own and other communities;
● develop the skills necessary for independent thinking, informed decision-making
and action in relation to personal, economic, employment and social issues;
● develop relevant personal, interpersonal, literacy, numeracy and ICT skills;
● develop the skills knowledge and attitudes for life long learning and work.

What does the GCSE course involve?

GCSE Learning for Life and Work is a modular course and you will have the opportunity to study the following:

Module 1: LOCAL AND GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP
i) Diversity and Inclusion ii) Equality and Social Justice,
iii) Democracy in Action

Module 2: PERSONAL, SOCIAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION
i) Health and Drugs Education ii) Relationships and Sexuality,
iii) Financial Responsibility

Module 3: LEARNING FOR WORK
i) Work in the Local and Global Economy ii) Personal Career Planning,
iii) Enterprise and Entrepreneurship


How is GCSE Learning for Life and Work assessed?

There is one tier of entry which allows pupils to achieve grades A*- G





Module
1 2 and 3 External written examination 45%
4 Coursework Action Based Project 35%
Speaking Presentation 10%
Talking and Listening Task 10%
 
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