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The Preliminary course is structured for students to investigate:
The Preliminary course is structured for students to investigate:
People, groups, events, institutions, societies and historical sites from the ancient world, Archaeological and written evidence and the methods used by historians and archaeologists.
People, groups, events, institutions, societies and historical sites from the ancient world, Archaeological and written evidence and the methods used by historians and archaeologists.
It covers:
It covers:
Investigating Ancient History, the nature of Ancient History, case studies, Features of Ancient Societies, Historical Investigation
Investigating Ancient History, the nature of Ancient History, case studies, Features of Ancient Societies, Historical Investigation
Ancient History involves the study of at least two of the following: Egypt, Near East, Greece and Rome in HSC course.
Ancient History involves the study of at least two of the following: Egypt, Near East, Greece and Rome in HSC course.
In the HSC course, students use archaeological and written evidence to investigate a Personality, an Ancient Society and a Historical Period.
In the HSC course, students use archaeological and written evidence to investigate a Personality, an Ancient Society and a Historical Period.
Part I: Core: Cities of Vesuvius – Pompeii and Herculaneum
Part I: Core: Cities of Vesuvius – Pompeii and Herculaneum
Part II: Ancient Societies
Part II: Ancient Societies
Part III: Personalities In Their Times
Part III: Personalities In Their Times
Part IV: Historical Periods
Part IV: Historical Periods
Who should do this course
Who should do this course
Students who want to challenge accepted theories and interpretations about the ancient world, especially in light of new evidence or technologies.
Students will analyse different interpretations and representations of the ancient world in forms such as literature, film and museum displays.
Students who appreciate our responsibility for conserving and preserving the world’s cultural heritage will benefit from Ancient History.
How is the work assessed
How is the work assessed
Assessment tasks will include: research, source analysis, essays, written and oral presentations and examinations.
What should I be able to do at the end of the course
What should I be able to do at the end of the course
Think critically
Collect, analyse and organise information
Communicate ideas and information clearly in both written and oral forms
Plan and organise activities
Collaborate with others as part of a team
Understand the influence of the ancient past on the present and future
Understand, value and respect different viewpoints, ways of living, beliefs and languages
Frame questions to guide historical inquiry
Analyse and synthesise evidence from different types of sources to develop reasoned claims
Form judgements about historical significance
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How will this subject help me in the future?
Ancient History provides students with knowledge, understanding and skills which form a valuable
foundation for a range of courses at university and other tertiary institutions. Some key career links include: research worker, journalist, teacher, archaeologist, anthropologist, librarian, marine archaeologist, author, museum curator and politician political scientist, scriptwriter, film/television director or produce, lawyer, criminologist.
What does this course cost?
No subject fees, but excursions where relevant, including any overseas excursions to Italy, Turkey, Belgium, France, United Kingdom
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