Community & Family Studies
2 unit course
Course Summary
Community and Family Studies is an interdisciplinary course drawing upon selected family studies, sociology, developmental psychology and general life experiences. This course investigates the unique contributions of individuals, groups, families and communities to reflect on effective social structures and individual behaviours. This course aims to develop in each student an ability to manage resources, take action and understand the needs of individuals, groups, families and communities in Australian Society. Preliminary will focus on individuals and their interactions with personal groups, families and community.
The HSC Course builds upon this by examining how the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities is affected by broader societal influences including sociocultural, economic and political factors.
Assessments
Preliminary involves three assessment tasks that require putting a range of research skills into practice. These could be in the form of a Literature Review, Research Methodologies and Analysis of Data.
HSC requires students to participate in and manage their own Independent Research Project, along with an Exam, Critical Thinking Collection and a Multi-Modal Presentation.
What, if any, skills are needed?
While there are no prerequisites for this subject, interest in citizenship, collaboration and communication while working to understand people - both individuals and groups with a dynamic society, are valued.
Course Units
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Resource Management (40%)
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Research Methodology - Independent Research Project (25%)
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Individuals and Groups (30%)
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Groups in Context (30%)
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Families and Communities (30%)
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Parenting and Caring (25%)
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Social Impact of Technology (20%)
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Learning Experiences
- Incursions
- Student-Led Interviews
- Student-Led Case Studies
- Hosted Debates & Discussion
- Research Project: Management, Practice & Experience
Career Options
Studying this subject can lead to careers in:
- Medical Fields
- Journalism
- Education
- Psychology
- Business
- Nutrition
- Tourism
- Marketing