NCEA Level 2 History
Although this years timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place next year.
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Miss L. McPherson.
History
Studying History provides a sound foundation for all career paths. Students taking this course will learn how to: develop clear, critical thinking; collect information; recognise differing points of view; and detect bias and propaganda. Students learn how individuals influence history and will be challenged to reflect on the successes and mistakes of the past in order to be better prepared for the future.
We study three of the following topics:
- Charlie in the Jungle - Vietnam War.
- Salvation by Grace Through Faith – The Reformation.
- Workers of World Unite! - Russian Revolution.
- The Aztec Empire and its collapse
- For King and Country - Battles of WW1
Subject Overview
Term 1
Charlie in the Jungle - Vietnam War.
Term 2
Salvation by Grace Through Faith – The Reformation.
Term 3
For King and Country - Battles of WW1 -Internal
Option of:
Workers of World Unite! - Russian Revolution.
The Aztec Empire and its collapse
Term 4
One of the following topics:
Workers of World Unite! - Russian Revolution.
The Aztec Empire and its collapse
Prior Learning
- Prerequisite: 15 credits in Level 1 History or Level 1 English. Or at the TIC of History's discretion.
Pathway
History provides a solid foundation for a range of academic and career pathways. Our focus on academic writing, critical thinking and research skills prepares students for future university study.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 28 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
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Pathway Tags
Lawyer, Judge, Politician, Human Resource Management, Public Relations, Psychologist, Journalist, Media, Military, Pastor, Social Worker, Councilor, Aid Worker, Anthropologist, Archeologist, Museum Curator, Government Worker, Marketing, Historian, Author, Policy Analyst, Tour guide, Consultant, Development Officer, Film Maker, Economist,
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Disclaimer
Your selection does not guarantee course placement. Course costs and standards listed may vary.