In this section, references are made to the programme of study if there is one at key stage 4, or to the subject specific criteria on which GCSE courses are based. Some of these links have been included in the 'Points to note' section to illustrate these opportunities.
Economics and business studies: the interdependent behaviour of individuals, groups, organisations and governments within local, national and international contexts (3.3ii); how the well-being of individuals and societies may be affected by changes in productivity, employment, prices, capital and distribution of income (3.4iv); how governments attempt to meet overall objectives for national stability and prosperity (3.4v). Topics are explored in greater depth in these courses
History: GCSE specifications, especially social and economic and modern world history, address aspects of work and employment, industry and agriculture, transport and communications, poverty, protest and reform, and economic developments in a range of countries, including Germany and America in the early to mid-twentieth century (3.2vi)
Geography: GCSE criteria: study of geographical aspects of contemporary economic issues (3.1vi); the way in which places and environments are interdependent (3.1viii)
RE: many religions have beliefs and teachings that relate to the use and abuse of money by individuals and in society. These beliefs impact on such issues as ethical investment, lending and borrowing money, means of acquisition, responsible use of wealth, the role of charities, and charitable giving. Examples include the teachings of the Qur'an on interest, Buddhist approaches to poverty, and Christian teachings on poverty and wealth
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