Social Science

Te ao tangata | Social Sciences encourage ākonga to observe, to wonder and be curious about people, places, and society, and to take an interest and engage in social issues and ideas.

Through te ao tangata | Social Sciences, ākonga develop understanding, knowledge, and skills in relation to social, cultural, economic, and political processes. This enables them to contribute to and participate in society as critically informed, ethical, and empathetic citizens with a concern for the wellbeing of communities and a commitment to a fair society for all. 

At Rolleston College the subjects covered in Social Sciences are: Business, Classics, Geography, History, Legal Studies, Psychology, Pacific Studies, Social Studies and Tourism.