Australian History - Civics & Citizenship
The Australian History (Mandatory) course must be studied substantially in each of Years 9 and 10 with at least 100 hours to be completed by the end of Year 10. This is a requirement for eligibility for the award of the School Certificate.
Course Description
History develops in young people an interest in and enjoyment of exploring the past. A study of History provides opportunities for examining events, people and societies from ancient, medieval and modern times, including twentieth century Australia.
What will students learn about?
Students explore the nature of history, how historians investigate the past and the importance of conserving our heritage. Aspects of the ancient and medieval world are studied, including origins and daily life of the ancient world and beliefs and values of medieval societies. The nature of colonisation and contact history is also examined.
Students develop an understanding of significant developments in Australia’s social, political and cultural history including Federation, the Vietnam War era and the social history of one decade in depth. Australia’s international relationships are examined through World War One and Two and our role as a global citizen. The changing rights and freedoms of Aboriginal peoples and other groups in Australia are also studied.
What will students learn to do?
Students learn to apply the skills of investigating history including analyzing sources and evidence and sequencing major historical events to show an understanding of continuity, change and causation. Students develop research and communication skills, including the use of ICTs, and examine different perspectives and interpretations to develop an understanding of a wide variety of viewpoints. Students also learn to construct a logical historical argument supported by relevant evidence and to communicate effectively about the past to different audiences.
Particular Course Requirements
All students must complete a site study in Stage 5.
School Certificate
Satisfactory completion of the mandatory study of History during Stage 5 (Years 9 and 10) will be recorded with a grade on the student’s School Certificate Record of Achievement Part A. In Year 10, students undertaking the Board Developed Course in History sit for the Australian History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship School Certificate test.