The objectives of Social Science are multifaceted and aim to develop students’ understanding of society and their role within it.
Civic Competence: To prepare students to be informed and active citizens who understand their rights and responsibilities in a democratic society.
Critical Thinking: To enhance students’ ability to analyze and evaluate information, fostering critical thinking skills that enable them to make informed decisions about social issues.
Cultural Awareness: To promote an understanding of diverse cultures, histories, and perspectives, helping students appreciate global interconnections and the complexities of human societies.
Historical Understanding: To provide students with knowledge of historical events and processes, helping them understand how the past shapes the present and influences the future.
Geographic Literacy: To develop an understanding of geographic concepts and the relationship between people and their environments, including the impact of geography on human behavior and societal development.
Economic Understanding: To introduce basic economic principles and systems, enabling students to understand issues related to production, consumption, and distribution of resources.
Social Justice: To encourage students to recognise and address issues of social justice.
