Social Studies 30-2
Explores individual and collective identities, nationalism, globalization, and international human rights issues.
Exam at a Glance
📋 Exam Format
Part A: Source-based questions (multiple choice + written response). Part B: Essay or position paper.
Duration
Part A: 2 hrs · Part B: 2 hrs
Sessions
January & June
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✅ Allowed in Exam Room
- ✓ English print dictionary (no annotations)
- ✓ Pencils, pens, and eraser
🚫 Not Allowed
- ✗ Electronic devices
- ✗ Annotated or highlighted materials
⚠️ General Exam Rules
- • Government-issued photo ID or valid school ID required at check-in
- • Arrive 15 minutes before exam start
- • Dictionaries must be completely clean with no markings or annotations
💡 Study Tips
Focus on understanding perspectives as the diploma often asks you to examine multiple viewpoints.
Know key historical examples for human rights violations and international responses to them.
Practice writing essays that present both sides before taking a clear, supported position.
Review the UDHR and its key articles for human rights questions.
⚡ Tips & Tricks
Source analysis: always consider the origin, date, and potential bias of each source.
In essays, define key terms like "nationalism" or "globalization" clearly in your introduction.
Use specific case studies as evidence in essays rather than general statements.
Don't just describe events, try to explain their significance to the question's argument.
📊 Mark Weighting
Final mark = (school × 0.7) + (diploma × 0.3)
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Alberta Education - Diploma Exams⌚ Last updated
This subject was last updated on June 6th, 2026.