Social Studies & RME

Through social subjects, young people develop their understanding of the world by learning about other people and their values, in different times, places and circumstances; they also develop their understanding of their environment and of how it has been shaped. As they mature, children and young people’s experiences will be broadened using Scottish, British, European and wider contexts for learning, while maintaining a focus on the historical, social, geographic, economic and political changes that have shaped Scotland. Young people learn about human achievements and about how to make sense of changes in society, of conflicts and of environmental issues. With greater understanding comes the opportunity and ability to influence events by exercising informed and responsible citizenship. Through RME, young people must become aware that beliefs and values are fundamental to families and to the fabric of society in communities, local and global. There is an intrinsic value in learning about religion as well as learning from religion, as children and young people develop their understanding of diversity in our society and their own roles in it. The skills of reflection and critical thinking and an enhanced understanding of the beliefs and values of others are all crucial in assisting in this process.

Social Studies & RME Courses

Year	Geography	History	Modern Studies	RME
S1	1 lesson a week	1 lesson a week	1 lesson a week	1 lesson a week
S2	1 lesson a week	1 lesson a week	1 lesson a week	1 lesson a week
S3	3 lessons a week	3 lessons a week	3 lessons a week	1 lesson a week
S4	Level 3/4/5: Geography	Level 3/4/5: History	Level 3/4/5: Modern Studies	1 lesson a week (core) Level 3/4/5: RME (elective)
S5/6	Level 5/6: Geography Level 5/6: Environmental Science Level 5/6: Personal Development Level 5/6: Travel & Tourism	Level 5/6/7: History	Level 5/6/7: Modern Studies Level 6: Sociology Level 6: Criminology	Level 5/6: RME