A' Level Citizenship Studies Course (AS/A2)

A' Level Citizenship Studies

AQA (Full AS + A2) 

A distance learning course is the ideal way to gain A Level A' Level in Citizenship Studies. Whether you're looking to go on to further education, improve your job prospects or expand your knowledge, distance learning A' Level Citizenship Studies is a flexible and convenient course, which allows you to comprehensively prepare for the A' Level Citizenship Studies exam through home study. What's more, because the distance learning A' Level Citizenship Studies course is a fully comprehensive course, no prior knowledge is required.

The concept of citizenship suggests an individual that is fully aware of their rights and responsibilities and who will play a co-operative, active and fulfilling role within the society in which they live.

Citizens are expected to obey the laws and customs of where they live and to participate in civic society, either at the basic level of voting in elections or by more significant levels of civic and political involvement.

This course is designed to allow you to study at your own pace and is designed to develop an interest and understanding of Citizenship.

FORMAT OF COURSE (Modules Overview)
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There are many modules that make up A-Level Citizenship Studies. The main modules are as follows:

AS Level
Unit 1: CIST1 – Identity, Rights and Responsibilities
Unit 2: CIST2 – Democracy, Active Citizenship and Participation

A2 Level
Unit 3: CIST3 – Power and Justice
Unit 4: CIST4 – Global Issues and Making a Difference

HOME STUDY SUPPORT
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Your tutor will support you with your project formulation and give you guidance with appropriate topics and ideas.

You will be provided with comprehensive materials designed to provide you with everything required to complete your course of study. You will have your own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact a Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%.

Your tutor will give you various resource sites to visit and there is extra material in the Student Support Portal. In addition there are several supporting texts books for this course but again this depends on which approach you are following and which book best suits your individual needs

Further information can be obtained through AQA. The final assessment criteria and structure is the same regardless of which approach you choose.

COURSE ASSESSMENT
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For each module there are two or three formal tutor-marked assessments which, when completed, should be sent to your tutor, via e-mail or conventional post. All of the information within the units is written in line with the requirements of the examination board specification and the demands of the examination.

All units are broken down into clear subject topics, and students should spend the amount of time studying for each topic as advised by their course tutor. Each topic module has been written for ease of understanding and topic coverage may be of different length and difficulty depending on the level of detail and information required. You will need to study the modules in the sequence provided.

The AS and A2 modules link together and assessment is all done by examination as there is no coursework option.

HOME STUDY COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
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The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this course. This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about Citizenship Studies and would like to take part in a highly rewarding home study course. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and study further, so we try to keep our entry requirements to a minimum.

You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 24 months from initial registration with full tutor support.

COURSE FEES
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The enrolment fee for the A' Level Citizenship Studies (Full AS + A2) home study course is £400, though for a limited time we are offering you the opportunity to pay only £320 which is a 20% discount if you enrol online and pay in full.

You can also opt for our Easy Payment Plan and enrol online today by paying a deposit of £80 and then 4 equal payments of £80 per month. The first instalment is paid about a month after you receive your course.

For International Students who wish to enrol - click here 
(Additional £40 postage / packing & administration)

COURSE QUALIFICATION & EXAMINATION FORMAT
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AS/A2 - A level in Citizenship Studies. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level.

Format of Examination

Unit 1: CIST1 – Identity, Rights and Responsibilities
• 40% of AS Level
• 20% of A Level
• 1 hour 15 minutes written paper
• 60 raw marks
Source-based questions and mini-essay questions

Unit 2: CIST2 – Democracy, Active Citizenship and Participation
• 60% of As Level
• 30% of A Level
• 1 hour 30 minutes written paper
• 90 raw marks
Source-based question and mini-essay plus structured question on active citizenship participation. Candidates bring their Active Citizenship Profile into the exam.

Unit 3: CIST3 – Power and Justice
• 25% of A Level
• 1 hour 20 minutes written paper
• 80 raw marks
Structured questions in two sections

Unit 4: CIST4 – Global Issues and Making a Difference
• 25 % of A Level
• 1 hour 30 minutes written paper
• 80 raw marks
Structured questions plus source-based question on active citizenship Source topic released in advance to allow research.

WHAT’S INCLUDED
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Your course fee covers the full syllabus that you will need to successfully complete the A' Level Citizenship Studies home study course with 24 months full tutor support.

1. Full course syllabus, study folders, and/or online learning aids designed for distance learning
2. A full range of student services, including:Tutor marked assessments (TMAs)Access to the online student portal (Student Chat, Forums and Online Support Resources)NUS Extra Card (discounted membership)Comprehensive Study Guide & Study PlanGuide to Effective Study TechniquesHow to approach exams without fear
3. An accredited qualification upon successful course completion directly from the awarding body AQA.
4. Two year's educational support by e-mail, post, fax or phone
5. Free postage and packaging for UK mainland students

FURTHER COURSE INFORMATION
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If your course is being delivered online, please ensure you meet the minimum requirements below.

For Windows:
Windows 98, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 - Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above

For Macintosh:
Mac OS X, Mac OS 9.2 - Acrobat Reader 4.0 and above

From time to time we may enrol our students with our partner sites; this is dependent on the number of students enrolling on a particular course and course material availability. If this happens, nothing changes for you other than the name of the college administering your course. We will continue to be your point of contact; you will get the exact same course you have enrolled on with the same high level of quality content and support.

The course can be enrolled upon by students Internationally. There are no deadlines for enrolments.

WHAT TO DO NOW?
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Step One: It's simple - all you need to do now is choose whether you want to pay in instalments or in full and then click on the relevant enrolment button at the top of this page.

Step Two: Once you have selected your payment option to enrol you will be redirected (this can take a few seconds) to our PayPal payment page (you do not need a PayPal account) for you to select your payment method and complete your enrolment.

Step Three: Within 7 days (normally 48 hours) your enrolment papers and course materials will be with you. A tutor and a dedicated support advisor will also be allocated to you.

That's it..... Thanks and wishing you the best of luck with your studies.
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