GCSE MOTOR VEHICLE & ROAD USER STUDIES

As most pupils will eventually go on to become vehicle owners in the not too distant future, the overall aim of this GCSE subject is to develop better informed and more responsible road users. Pupils are encouraged to form their own opinions with regards issues such as speeding, driving whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs, vehicle insurance etc., Completion of the two year course should mean that pupils will look forward to their driving test with added confidence.

The course content is divided into the following structure:

Content	Assessment	Weighting
Unit 1: Motor Vehicle & Road User Theory ∙ Vehicle control and road user behaviour ∙ Legal requirements ∙ Accident procedures ∙ Road transport and its effects on Society ∙ Motor vehicle technology	Written exam Two tiers of entry: Foundation paper 1 hour 30 mins Higher paper 2 hours	40%
Unit 2: Investigative Study	2000 word project On Seatbelt wearing in Rathfriland.	30%
Unit 3: Practical Moped Test	Controlled assessment using pupils’ moped skills.	30%