Social Science (SAK01‑01)
Interdisciplinary topics

The social science subject addresses the interdisciplinary topic of health and life skills by developing the pupils’ knowledge of what and who can have an impact on their identity, self-esteem, security and sense of belonging. In the subject, the pupils shall encounter such themes as gender, sexuality, boundary setting, drug and alcohol abuse, digital footprints and personal finances. This knowledge can help equip them to make smart life choices and to gain an understanding of and respect for diversity, and for other peoples’ values and life choices.

The social science subject addresses the interdisciplinary topic of democracy and citizenship by increasing the pupils’ critical awareness of the society they belong to. The pupils shall explore the ways in which they can impact the society around them, both in the present day and in the future. This means that the pupils learn how to improve their skills in listening to and being challenged by people with different viewpoints. Through this subject, the pupils shall learn to identify areas in which human rights are being challenged, for example human trafficking and oppression. The subject shall also provide them with knowledge of national and international institutions and agreements, including the effect international conventions have on the rights of indigenous peoples. Therefore, this means strengthening the pupils’ understanding of the connections between the rights and obligations of the individual so that they can be active citizens.

The social science subject addresses the interdisciplinary topic of sustainability by providing pupils with an understanding of the ways in which they can contribute as active citizens to the sustainable development of society. This means that the pupils learn to understand the connections between individual choices, societal structures and balance in nature. The pupils shall also reflect on how politics, conflicts, economics, technology and the use of resources are interwoven and have impact on groups in society. Sustainable solutions shall include appreciation of such values as equality and diversity.