2 units for each of Preliminary and HSC                                                        

Board Developed Course                                           Exclusions: Nil

Course Description:

Community and Family Studies is designed to develop in each student an understanding of the diverse nature and interdependence of families and communities, in relation to the changing nature of Australian society, with a view to enabling students to plan and manage resources effectively.

Main Topics Covered:

Preliminary Course

Resource Management

·         Basic concepts of the resource management process (approximately 20% of course time).

Individuals and Groups

·         The individual’s roles, relationships and tasks within groups (Approximately 40% of course time).

Families and Communities

·         Family structures and functions and the interaction between family and community (approximately 40% of course time).

HSC Course

Research Methodology

Research methodology and skills culminating in the production of an Independent Research Project (approximately 25% of course time).

Groups in Context

·         The characteristics and needs of specific community groups (approximately 25% of course time).

Parenting and Caring

·         Issues facing individuals and groups who adopt roles of parenting and caring in contemporary society (approximately 25% of course time).

HSC Option Modules (Select one of the following  (approximately 25% of course time):

Family and Societal Interactions

·         Government and community structures that support and protect family members throughout their lifespan.

Social Impact of Technology

·         The impact of evolving technologies on individuals and lifestyle.

Individuals and Work

·         Contemporary issues confronting individuals as they manage roles within both their family and work environments.

Particular Course Requirements:

As part of the HSC, students are required to complete an Independent Research Project. The focus of the Independent Research Project should be related to the course content of one or more of the following areas: individuals,  groups,  families, communities, resource management.

Assessment: HSC course only

External Examination

Weighting

Internal Assessment

Weighting

A three hour written examination:

Section I

Part A  – multiple choice

Part B – short answer

Part C – two questions, one on each of the HSC core modules:

·         Groups in Context

·         Parenting and Caring

Section II

Three questions, one on each of the HSC option modules:

·         Family and Societal Interactions

·         Social Impact of Technology

·         Individuals and Work

Candidates attempt one question

10

15

50

25

Core

Research Methodology

Groups in Context

Parenting and Caring

Options

Family and Societal Interactions

Social Impact of Technology

Individuals and Work

Assess modules using a variety of task types. Note that examinations to a maximum 40% weighting may be used

75

25

100

100