Cambridge AS Global Perspectives 9239 A/B

The purpose of this course aims to prepare students for positive engagement with a rapidly changing world, broadening their outlook through the critical analysis of, and reflection on, issues of global significance. This course enables candidates to think critically, to reason in a disciplined way, and to communicate effectively. The course is firmly based on skills rather than specific content. Through the study of global issues, candidates will explore different and sometimes opposing perspectives and will acquire and develop thinking and reasoning skills as well as research and communication skills that will enable students to meet the demands of the twenty-first century and to make a successful transition to study in higher education.