AS Level World Development

AS Level World Development

About the Course
Subject
A Levels
Study Mode
Full-time

Introduction 2 years full-time
World Development gives you an opportunity to access accurate unbiased information about the causes of poverty and inequality, how the development of countries differs and the reasons why there are stark differences between them. There is a keen emphasis on global considerations and the interactions between countries and governments. The ultimate aim of this subject is to raise awareness of global issues so that every adult has the knowledge, skills and understanding to influence government policies.
Students will learn how resources can be managed and used responsibly and come to understand the idea of 'sustainable development'. In addition the opportunity to debate topical issues is a big part of the course, particularly issues focused upon the idea of equity and social justice. This is a subject which will require students to have a consideration of spiritual, moral and cultural issues and have an appreciation of different values and attitudes.

Course Units

MODULE 1 Introduction to World Development Issues (2 hour exam)
Four compulsory structured questions, two questions from two themes:

· Theme 1 - Development, resources and global citizenship
· Theme 2 - Poverty and inequality

MODULE 2 Portfolio Analysis of World Development Issues (Portfolio)
· Analysis of three articles from Theme 1,500 words eac
· A comparative essay of up to 1,000 words on Theme 2

Further Opportunities AS Level World Development is an appropriate subject to study if you are intending to pursue a wide range of careers, for example in Business, Industry, Economics, Environmental Science and Sociology, as well as careers involved directly in Government, Politics and the United Nations.