HaSS
Students must complete a minimum of 1 HaSS elective over years 9 and 10 and a maximum of 2 over the 2 years.
Art Lives in HaSS
How is it possible that a piece of canvas covered in paint can be worth millions of dollars? Why are there so many tragic Shakespearan heroines turning up in 19th century artworks? And what's up with Skywhale? Through the new elective 'Art Lives in HaSS', we will use art history to learn and reflect upon how art can reveal insights to the society of the day, and how this enriches understanding the humanities in general. Areas of study will include history (historical events through art, contrasting views, portraits, architecture, fashion and design), geography (maps, indigenous Australian
interpretations of the land), civics and
citizenship (public arts, art in our daily life, murals, graffiti), and business (the art market, and looking at art as a commodity).
This unit is suitable for students with an interest in the arts, history and civics issues.
I can only do this course once
Partner Courses- All Visual Art and Media Art courses
Popular Culture
This unit will look at the nature of popular culture in Australia from the end of World War II to the current day. Looking at how music and movies amongst other forms of popular culture have changed due to the culture of the time and how they have changed people's beliefs, values, and attitudes across this time span.
An example of assessment is the Essay and Creative docs.google.com/document/d/1wzQJTIgawz1g_16Yk0VQ5gd0rtkiySOOvirBUmbvo4o/edit?usp=sharing
This subject would suit students who have an interest in Modern History with a focus on contemporary sources and issues.
I can only do this course once
Partner Courses - Photomedia Industry Studies, Video Production, Making Movies
Business Studies
Students will learn what is involved in setting up and operating different types of businesses and the skills needed to be successful. Students will have the opportunity to design and create their own business over the semester. They will analyse aspects of their business such as demographics, taxes, marketing techniques, advertising and organisational structures. Students will also study aspects of business ethics and business law.
An example of an assessment is a video advertisement for a sporting goods store.
This subject would suit any students who have an interest in the business world.
I can only do this course once
Legal Studies
This unit explores why we have laws and how they are made in Australia. Students investigate the types of laws, such as criminal and civil, and their processes, as well as Australia’s international legal obligations. Through exploration of methods of crime prevention and different sentencing options, students investigate the social implications of crime and rehabilitation with a focus on social justice.
Legal Studies Year 9_10_ Rights & Access to Justice.pdfThrough the completion of an independent inquiry project, students develop deep understanding and knowledge of a current legal issue facing Australians.
This subject would suit students who have an interest in legal and social justice issues.
I can only do this course once
The World Today
It can sometimes be hard to make sense of everything we see on the news. This elective helps you gain a better understanding of the world today. It provides you with a broad understanding of the economic, political and social ideas that are reflected in the news, as well as an understanding of the role of the media in selecting and framing news stories. The content of this elective will change every year. It all depends what is in the news.
Right now, you might be asking yourself what is going on with Ukraine, or why what happens in other countries effects our life in Australia. This unit will encourage you to find the stories you’re interested in and want to learn more about.
It will be a good fit for you if you are interested in learning about and debating the big topics of today, or if you are interested in learning more about the media, politics, economics or sociology.
I can only do this course once
Topics taught change each year
Global Studies
This unit is built around the core theme of environmental, economic and social sustainability. Students studying Global Studies will examine global geographic issues relating to poverty, inequality, human consumption and environmental degradation. They will also examine the ways in which global organisations and systems work for and against a sustainable future.
Example assessment tasks:
Global Studies Slum Upgrading Report 2020.pdfWT_ Assessment #2 Country Profile.pdfGeography is about studying people and their place in the world. Geography is for anyone who wants to learn more about how people live in today’s world and how we can plan for and create a better future.
I can only do this course once
Topics will be negotiated to reflect student interest and abilities.
Power And Prejudice
This unit explores the politics, societies, laws and religions that contributed to some of the world’s most infamous injustices and the individuals behind them. Students will investigate these topics with particular attention to how these systems were formed and how they continue to exist today.
An example for assessment is the Genocide Presentation (2022 version).
This unit is suitable for students who have an appreciation of the philosophies underpinning power and/or the process to obtain power. Furthermore, students should have a keen interest in social justice issues.