OCR GCSE Citizenship Studies
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Course J270
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13 topics
Rights, the law and the legal system3 topics
Democracy and government7 topics
- Democracy, elections and voting in the UK3 objectives
- National, local, regional and devolved government5 objectives
- British constitution5 objectives
- The economy, finance and money2 objectives
- The role of the media and free press3 objectives
- Citizenship participation in the UK3 objectives
- Politics beyond the UK2 objectives
Identities and diversity in UK society2 topics
Citizenship Action1 topic
Assessment and exam guidance
What Gets Top Grades
A*/Grade 9
Knowledge & Understanding
Demonstrates comprehensive and accurate knowledge
- Uses correct subject-specific terminology
- Shows detailed understanding of concepts
- Makes accurate connections between topics
- Demonstrates depth beyond surface-level knowledge
Application
Applies knowledge effectively to new contexts
- Selects relevant knowledge for the question
- Adapts understanding to unfamiliar scenarios
- Uses examples appropriately
- Shows awareness of context
Analysis & Evaluation
Develops sophisticated analytical arguments
- Constructs logical chains of reasoning
- Considers multiple perspectives
- Weighs evidence to reach justified conclusions
- Acknowledges limitations and nuances
Key Command Words
OCR
State
1 mark
Give a single fact or term
Identify
1 mark
Name or select
Describe
2-4 marks
Account of process or features
Explain
3-6 marks
Give reasons with BUSINESS-FACING outcomes
Analyse
6-9 marks
Examine methodically showing cause→effect→outcome
Evaluate
9-12 marks
Judge, weigh up evidence, reach SYNOPTIC conclusion
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