11–12Society and Culture 11–12 Syllabus (2026)
The new Society and Culture 11–12 Syllabus (2026) is to be implemented from 2028 and will replace the Society and Culture Stage 6 Syllabus (2013).
2027
- Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2028, Term 1
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 11
- Start implementing new Year 11 school-based assessment requirements
- Continue to teach the Society and Culture Stage 6 Syllabus (2013) for Year 12
2028, Term 4
- Start teaching the new syllabus for Year 12
- Start implementing new Year 12 school-based assessment requirements
2029
- First HSC examination for the new syllabus
Content
Year 11
The Loading content is to be integrated as appropriate.
The construction of personal identity and the social self, including self-concept and self-awareness
The ‘nature versus nurture’ debate and the formation of identity
The application of at least ONE social theory to explain the development of the self
The development of personality throughout life stages
Adolescence in different cultures and as a social construct
The role of language and storytelling in the formation and expression of identity
The preservation and transmission of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ Knowledges, traditions, spirituality and Cultural values across generations
How culture underpins an individual’s values, behaviour and worldview
Acculturation and its influence on personal and cultural identity
The role and influence of individuals, groups and institutions as agents of socialisation
How communication technologies and globalisation act as agents of socialisation
How cultural perceptions of gender roles and status influence identity and the social self
The validity of ‘generational’ identity and its influence on individuals and groups
Students explore identity in ONE social or cultural group.
The nature and extent of collective identity
The role of symbols, traditions and norms in conveying identity
The agents of socialisation that influence the group
The impact of continuity and change on identity development and expression
Students apply ethical research practices to conduct a comparative cross-generational study of how the processes of socialisation have changed over time.
Collect data using secondary research and interview
Interpret the data collected, including its usefulness, validity and bias, to draw conclusions
Evaluate the strengths and limitations of the research methods used
Reflect on and communicate the findings of the research process