Social Sciences

Classical & Religious Studies

Classical and Religious Studies is an innovative course which combines elements from both these curriculums in order to provide a study of ancient Greek, Roman, and Jewish cultures and history. Starting with Greek mythology and the life of Alexander the Great, the course then looks at the emergence of Christianity in the first-century Roman world as well as the destruction of the city of Pompeii. Students will not only study the past, but will understand how the present is still influenced by the classical world and be better equipped to help build the world of tomorrow.

Economics

Students are increasingly involved in the Economic world about them whether as consumers or participants in the labour force. Studying Economics in senior school has both a micro economic focus where they will study the dynamics of the market or macro-economics where the involvement of a domestic economy in a global setting is the focus. The courses available are a nice blend of internal and external tasks and students will gather and wide range of skills that are transferrable across other subjects and will lead to pathways of study beyond St Hilda’s.

Geography

Geography is about understanding how the world works - its people, systems, challenges and risks. Geography, throughout the years, allows students to gain an increasing level of independence through field trips, research and investigations in to Geographic issues. Geography also provides students with an excellent mix of theory and skills based content.

History

History allows students to understand our past, which in turn allows people to understand our present. To know how and why our world is the way it is today, we have to look to history for answers. Studying History also involves using analytical, evaluative and research skills

Media Studies

Media Studies seeks to develop an informed and critical understanding of the ways in which the media influence social, political and economic areas of life, as well as the way they shape our perceptions, attitudes, desires and behaviour.