GCSE Citizenship Studies

GCSE Citizenship Studies equips students with the knowledge and skills to become active and informed citizens. The curriculum explores key aspects of civic life, including rights and responsibilities, politics and government, the legal system, and life in modern Britain. Students develop critical thinking skills through research, analysis, and discussion of contemporary issues.

Course Content

The GCSE Citizenship Studies curriculum is typically structured around the following key themes:

• Citizenship Skills, Processes, and Methods: This section focuses on developing essential skills for active citizenship, such as research, critical analysis, debate, advocacy, and campaigning.
• Life in Modern Britain: This theme explores the diverse social, cultural, and economic aspects of life in modern Britain, including identity, community, and social issues.
• Rights and Responsibilities: This section examines fundamental human rights, legal rights, and the responsibilities that come with citizenship, including participation in society and upholding the law.
• Politics and Participation: This theme explores the political system in the UK, including democracy, government, elections, and political parties. It also covers the role of citizens in the political process.
• The UK and the Wider World: This section examines the UK's relationship with the rest of the world, including international organizations, global issues, and the role of the UK as a global citizen.

Exam Boards

Several exam boards offer GCSE Citizenship Studies qualifications, including:

• AQA:
• Edexcel:
• OCR:

Each exam board offers its own specification, but all cover the core themes outlined in the government's subject content document.