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Units

Please find below the units which are available for this qualification.

Unit B031: Cross-Curricular Themes

Unit description	Assessment incl. duration	Weighting
Learners will gain knowledge and understanding of: Issues of citizenship Economic wellbeing and financial capability issues Environmental issues Religious and moral issues Issues of health and welfare.	Written examination 2 hours 100 marks	50%

Unit B032: Application of Knowledge

Unit description	Assessment incl. duration	Weighting
Learners will be able to: Apply knowledge and understanding gained from the topic areas of Unit B031. Understand the range of research evidence found in Humanities. Critically evaluate methodology and findings.	Written examination 1 hour 15 minutes 50 marks	25%

Unit B033: Humanities Independent Enquiry

Unit description	Assessment incl. duration	Weighting
Learners will: Carry out one independent enquiry drawn from the topic areas of Unit B031. Select and evaluate evidence. Draw reasoned conclusions based on evidence. Present research findings coherently, understanding their limitations.	Controlled assessment Written report Up to 2,000 words 50 marks	25%

 

Assessment objectives

The assessment objectives are designed to reflect the non-statutory guidelines for Humanities.

Learners are expected to demonstrate the following in the context of the content described:

AO1

Recall, select and communicate their knowledge and understanding of concepts, issues and terminology.

AO2

Apply their knowledge and understanding in familiar and unfamiliar contexts.

AO3

Analyse and evaluate information, sources, arguments and interpretations.

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