The greatest factor in your success is YOU! In order to achieve all of your credits, you must work at a consistent pace throughout the year. Your chance of success in the externals can be dramatically increased if you complete your internal assessments first time, and on time. This allows adequate time at the end of the year to prepare for the external examinations.
History examines the past to understand the present. Students are encouraged to question accepted interpretations of the past and to consider contesting theories of historians and commentators.
Level 1 is taught by Mr Denny in EP3 and Level 2 and Level 3 is taught by Mr Mansell in EP4.
So why study History?
Where does this course lead: To further tertiary education in the fields of Law, Communications, Politics, Journalism, Business, Teaching and the Arts.
Students of history develop a valuable set of skills that are transferrable to a range of careers, including:
Understanding causes and consequences of events
Learning to evaluate evidence
Developing research skills
Logical and quantitative thinking
Problem solving skills adaptably
Thinking critically, creatively and challenging ideas
Interpretive and analytical thinking
Oral and written communication
These skills are vital in many different tertiary courses, and students who take history are often well prepared for the demands of University.