Number of Units: 2
Exclusions: None
Method of Delivery: St Luke’s
External Assessment: Exam
Contribution to ATAR: Yes
Course Description
The study of Ancient History gives you the opportunity to explore life in early societies based on the analysis and interpretation of physical and written remains. Through your engagement with this subject, you will investigate the possible motivations and actions of individuals and groups, and how they shaped the political, social, economic and cultural landscapes of the ancient world. In addition to this, you will also have the opportunity to examine important ethical issues associated with present and future ownership, administration and presentation of the cultural past.
Why study this course
The ancient world is both magical and macabre; While you might spend one week learning about a mythical man with the head of a bull, you may spend another exploring a bloody campaign, the actions of a cruel tyrant or a failed attempt at human sacrifice. For the most part, you should consider studying this course if you want to learn about weird and wonderful societies that are completely different from your own. In addition to this, however, you should also consider studying this course if you want to develop your ability to analyse sources and communicate your ideas in written form.
Topics
Preliminary Course
One option from ‘The Nature of Ancient History’
Two Case Studies from ‘Investigating Ancient History’
One ‘Features of Ancient Societies’ topic
One Historical Investigation
HSC Course:
Core Study: Cities of Vesuvius – Pompeii and Herculaneum
One ‘Ancient Societies’ topic
One ‘Personalities in their Times’ topic
One ‘Historical Periods’ topic.
The course requires study from at least TWO of the following areas: Egypt, Near East, China, Greece or Rome.
Post School Options
Through your engagement with this course, you will develop the ability to analyse evidence, develop arguments and communicate your ideas in a variety of different forms. These are transferable skills that will help you experience success in a range of industries.