If you thought your days loving tombs, mummies and the many Thutmoses of Egypt were numbered you’d be wrong.
Not only is it possible to continue a study history long into adulthood, you can even earn a pretty penny thanks to the hard skills they provide such as analysis, synthesis of large quantities of information and the ability to compile a winning argument.
History is a disciplined process of inquiry into the past that helps to explain how people, events and forces from the past have shaped our world.
History as a study of human experience
The opportunity to develop a lifelong interest in and enthusiasm for history
The nature of history as reflecting differing perspectives and viewpoints
The opportunity to contribute to a just society through informed citizenship
The contribution of past and present peoples to our shared heritage.
Biography
Family history
Historical fiction
Local history
Archaeology of the ancient world
Medieval and early modern Europe
The Americas
An Asian study
Heroes and villains
World myths and legends
Crime and punishment
Women in history
Coursework
Students will experience a variety of activities including using evidence exercises, structured questions, video responses, using evidence to draw conclusions and extensive independent research of topics of interest.
Suitable Candidates
History Elective is inclusive of the learning needs of all students. Including Mainstream, Gifted and Talented, Life Skills and those intrigued by the more unusual aspects of History.
Career paths
Anthropologist, Archivist, Archaeologist, High School Teacher, Professor, Museum Technician, Conservationist, Genealogist
Equipment Required
Standard equipment including; workbook, pen & pencils.
Mandatory Course Fees
Nil
Other Course Costs
Enrichment Excursions can include the Local/Regional areas. I.e. National Museum, historical sites, cinemas, Sydney and the Holocaust Museum.
Coordinating Faculty
H.S.I.E.
Head Teacher
Mr K. Bisnath