HISTORY COURSES

MODERN HISTORY

ATAR:

Yes

Number of Units:

2

Category:

A

Faculty:

English/History

Description:

This is a challenging course suitable for students who are prepared to work hard and who have a keen interest in twentieth century political and military history.

The Twentieth Century has been one of the most turbulent in history and in the Preliminary Course, students learn about events, people and ideas which have contributed to these changes. There is a Core Study which examines the social, political and economic changes which led to World War I. There are also a number of case studies which examine significant events and personalities as well as a Historical Investigation where students choose their own topic to research and present their findings.

In the HSC course, students are required to study World War I, a National Study, a Personality and then an International Study in Peace and Conflict.

Assessment:

This includes short answer responses, essay writing, source analysis, extended responses and exams. The HSC exam is three hours duration.

Additional Information:

We advise students to work in a folder, computer or A4 workbook.