Living and working in the UK: an introduction

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 1
Unit No:
T/616/8716
Credits:
6
Guided learning hours:
60 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Know about the geography of the United Kingdom (UK).

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1

    Identify which countries belong to the UK.

  • 1.2

    Identify the individual countries on a map of the UK.

  • 1.3

    Locate approximately current home town/area on a map of the UK.

  • 1.4

    Identify some key places (e.g. cities, towns, areas) within the UK.

2.

Know how to get to know people and places in own local area.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1

    Identify local clubs and groups, relevant to self, and the places that they meet.

    2.1: Local clubs, groups and places that they meet, for example:

    • sports clubs
    • cultural groups
    • libraries
    • community centres
    • local parks
  • 2.2

    State where you can find out about local activities or events.

    2.2: Find out about local activities or events, for example:

    • noticeboards
    • libraries
    • local newspapers
    • websites
    • social media

  • 2.3

    Identify ways to interact with your neighbours.

    2.3: Ways to interact, for example:

    • greet neighbours politely
    • join neighbourhood activities
    • offer help or ask for advice

3.

Know about responsibilities and freedoms in the UK.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1

    Give examples of ways in which all UK residents are expected to act.

    3.1: Ways in which all UK residents are expected to act, for example:

    • follow laws
    • respect others’ privacy and property
    • treat people equally and fairly
    • respect the rights of others, including their right to their own opinions
    • look after yourself and your family
    • look after the area in which you live and the environment

  • 3.2

    Give examples of key rights or freedoms that people have in the UK.

    3.2: Key rights or freedoms that people have, for example:

    • freedom of speech
    • freedom of religion
    • right to education and healthcare
    • right to a fair trial

4.

Know about the education system in the UK.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1

    Identify the five main phases of the education system in the UK.

  • 4.2

    State the ages of pupils/students normally found in each main phase.

  • 4.3

    Identify a key type of setting related to each phase.

  • 4.4

    State the ages between which education is compulsory for all children.