IGCSE Global Citizenship

IGCSE Global Citizenship

The IGCSE Global Citizenship course is aimed at developing an understanding of the key issues affecting the global community and how communities interact locally, nationally and globally. Increasingly the concept of global citizenship is making itself felt: when appeals go out encouraging people to act in some way to save the environment, whether it is to reduce fossil fuel use to avoid global warming, or limit toxic wastes dumped at sea, the appeal relies upon people having a sense of belonging and loyalty not just to a locality, but to the global community as a whole.

The IGCSE Global Citizenship will require you to demonstrate an understanding of the global community and the impact of power and politics. Through the course you will learn analytical and evaluation skills and an understanding of the political, environmental, social and technological issues in certain key areas, as well as local communities' rights and responsibilities.

In studying global citizenship you will learn how communities interact locally, nationally and globally and be enabled to participate in local community actions and understand the local community's impact on different scales.

Besides having the opportunity to undertake your own community action on a global issue, you will be able to consider local, national and global issues and study meaningful and accessible content, focusing on political, technological, environmental and social aspects.

Entry Requirements

You don't need any previous experience or qualifications to enrol in our IGCSE Global Citizenship course. That's because we believe in making home study - and a rewarding future - as accessible as possible. 

Where will I go from here?

The IGCSE Global Citizenship supports progression to further qualifications, training and employment where an understanding of global issues is required.

What will I gain?

This course will prepare you to sit the Edexcel IGCSE Global Citizenship exam

Assessment

ICS Assessment

  • 5 x tutor marked test papers

External Assessment

  • Exams take place every June
  • First examination series is June 2013
  • The final IGCSE exam consists of one 2-hour paper set and marked by Edexcel.
  • The single tier of entry will contain a variety of question types, such as short and extended answer questions, and questions on context based source material.
  • The paper will be a question and answer booklet and students have to answer:
  • A series of short answer questions in Section A. This section has 20 marks.
  • Sections B and C will contain two questions overall and both questions should be answered. Each question has 20 marks.
  • There are two questions in section D, and students must answer one. Each question has 20 marks.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way. You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning, and have access to tutors both online and over the phone.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students.

Study Period

12 months

Support period

12 months

Course code

G69

Course cost

£379

Additional fees

Please note that you are responsible for making your own exam arrangements. You will have to pay an examination fee as well as a centre fee which will vary depending on exam centre.

Find out more information about arranging your examinations.

See your course content

The Global Citizenship IGCSE course is designed to prepare students for the Edexcel IGCSE in Global Citizenship (4GL0) Specification for examinations in June 2012 and later years.

Key topics

Development of communities

  • You will learn about people's sense of identity and local and global diversity. Study will include the development of rights and freedoms in a global context and the effect of multiculturalism and migration, as well as the impact of sport and culture on communities.

Democracy

  • You will look at systems of government across the world and different forms of representation, as well as different perspectives on democracy.

Technology and communities

  • You will examine how technology changes communities, looking at its impact and effect on rights and freedoms, and examining the relationship of politics and technology. You will also look at technology and climate change.

Creating a fairer world

  • You will inquire whether it is possible to create a fairer world, looking at patterns of wealth and poverty, sustainable economies and economic relationships. You will study the responsibilities of individuals and businesses and the roles of different organisations in creating a fairer world and how rights and freedoms might be affected.

Making a difference

  • You will be able to undertake your own community action relating to a global issue.

You can either pay for your course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan.

Standard Course Fee: £379

Or speak to one of our course advisors now for payment plans.

 

Please note that you are responsible for making your own exam arrangements. You will have to pay an examination fee as well as a centre fee which will vary depending on exam centre.

Find out more information about arranging your examinations.