COURSE DESCRIPTION
International studies Board Endorsed Course (BEC) is an inter-disciplinary course that provides a unique conceptual framework for the study of culture, and the promotion of intercultural understanding.
Through education, travel, work and trade, students increasingly understand how the study of culture requires knowledge to inform values and develop individual and community participation, action and commitment to be a global citizen.
International studies BEC provides students with an opportunity to explore and recognise their own cultures, and appreciate the richness of multicultural Australia and the world. As Australia is part of the Asia-Pacific region, the course lends itself to an emphasis on, but is not limited to, this region.
They gain knowledge of different cultural practices, values, beliefs and heritages to form a broader world-view. They gain the skills to recognise fact, detect bias and challenge stereotypes by exploring cultural difference and interconnectedness. This enables them to understand and value inclusion, and to respect the rights of others.
Students learn to conceptualise and explore interrelationships and empathise with others at a local, national, regional and global level.
In summary, International studies BEC equips students with intercultural sensitivities and the critical skills of analysis and intercultural understanding to participate in, and contribute to building a cohesive and just world.
Year 9 Topics
- Culture and Cultural Diversity in the Contemporary World
- Culture and Beliefs
- Culture and Food
Year 10 Topics
- Culture and Family Life
- Culture and Travel
- Culture and the Creative Performing Arts
- Culture and Sport