The Englisch Abitur 2024 syllabus for North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) covers key themes related to globalization, cultural change, and future perspectives for young adults. It emphasizes studying and working in a globalized world, with English as the lingua franca. The curriculum explores political and social realities in the UK, USA, and postcolonial contexts like Nigeria, as well as the impact of media and literature on society.
• Main topics include everyday realities and future prospects for young adults, the UK in the 21st century, the American Dream, postcolonialism, media influence, Shakespearean drama, and global challenges.
• The syllabus aims to prepare students for the complexities of a globalized world, emphasizing critical thinking about cultural, political, and economic issues.
• English language skills are developed in the context of real-world applications and international communication.