Onehunga High School Onehunga High School

L3 Social Studies

L3SSS
Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Terouru Huri, Elliot Moka.

In Level 3 Social Studies, the main theme is social action with students having the ability to choose contexts that interest them and build on prior learning. Students will analyse the impact of law, politics, education, employment and health on our current society. Students are required to organise and participate in a social action with a focus on policy and change.

Pre-requisites:  Minimum of 12 credits in a Level 2 Social Studies, or with HOD approval.

Approximate Credits: 20 

Materials Fee: Nil

Standard selection is subject to change.


Learning Areas:

Social Sciences


Career Pathways

Archivist, Police Officer, Historian, Barrister, Counsellor, Urban/Regional Planner, Elected Government Representative, Emergency Management Officer, Psychologist, Trainer, Communications Professional, Community Development Worker, Solicitor, Corrections Officer, Judge, Economist, Records Adviser, Human Resources Adviser, Health Promoter, Librarian