Scottish Studies Award SCQF level 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6
The Scottish Studies Award provides opportunities for learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of Scotland - its people, languages (such as Scots and Gaelic), society, culture, natural environment and heritage - and to make connections across the curriculum.
The Award also provides recognition for learners who choose to make these connections by studying aspects of three subject areas in a Scottish context.
The Scottish Studies Award is available at SCQF levels 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6. The Award has a broad and flexible framework, providing scope for personalisation and choice, which reflects the range of subject areas that can be studied in a Scottish context.
The Award may interest learners living and studying in Scotland, as it provides opportunities to broaden their understanding and appreciation of the society in which they live. This, in turn, may provide opportunities for learners to reflect on, and build, their own sense of identity as residents of Scotland and the wider world.
UCAS Points
The Scottish Studies Award at SCQF level 6 attracts 21 UCAS points.
Assessment Support Packs for optional Scottish context units
Assessment Support Packs have not been produced for the optional Scottish context units but you may find the ASPs produced for the non-Scottish context units helpful. These can be found on the subject webpage (eg English, Modern Studies, etc) and can be adapted for the Scottish context.
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Who does this qualification suit
The Award may appeal to a wide range of learners who wish to broaden their understanding of Scotland, including:
S3 - S6 pupils in secondary schools
students in Further Education establishments
adult learners
Progression
The Scottish Studies Award may provide progression to further study:
in Scottish Studies at the next SCQF level
a variety of Courses, Awards or Units at the next SCQF level, depending on the specific subject areas that have been studied as part of the Award
other Awards, Courses or Units at the same SCQF level
It could also lead to vocational training or employment in a variety of sectors including tourism, hospitality and the creative, cultural and heritage industries.
Approval
Centres with devolved authority are eligible to seek approval through their own internal approval process.
Centres without devolved authority will have to come forward for approval and should contact the Business Development Team for guidance in completing the combined Qualification Approval Application.
Guidance on applying for approval and entering candidates for the Scottish Studies Award can be viewed in the document below.
The following unit specifications are for units in a Scottish context. Other units in the Scottish Studies frameworks can be found using the NQ Unit Search.
Webinar recording - a further webinar for the Scotland in Focus unit including candidate evidence can be found on SQA Secure (access through your SQA Coordinator).
The Scottish Studies Award provides opportunities for learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of Scotland - its people, languages (such as Scots and Gaelic), society, culture, natural environment and heritage - and to make connections across the curriculum.
