Year 11 History
11HIS Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss L. McPherson.
Prior LearningStudents must have prior learning in both Social Studies and/or English.
Studying history isn't just about the past; it provides a solid foundation for any career you choose. Students taking this course will learn how to: develop clear, critical thinking; collect and analyse information effectively; recognise differing points of view; and detect bias and propaganda.
History challenges you to reflect on both the successes and mistakes of the past. By understanding how individuals have shaped history, you'll be better equipped to make informed decisions and navigate your own future, no matter where your path leads.
This knowledge, coupled with improved research and communication skills, will make you a more adaptable and insightful individual, ready to tackle challenges and innovate in any field you choose—from business and technology to healthcare and the arts. Essentially, History equips you with the skills, wisdom and perspective to thrive in a constantly changing global landscape.
We study the following historical topics in Year 11:
- The World at War - Origins of World War Two
- I have a Dream! – Black Civil Rights Movement
- Blood, Guts and Gore - Medicine Through Time
- From Rugby Fields to Nuclear Ships: New Zealand Protests
Subject Overview
Term 1
The World at War - Origins of World War Two
Term 2
Blood, Guts and Gore - Medicine Through Time
Term 3
I have a Dream! – Black Civil Rights Movement
From Rugby Fields to Nuclear Ships: New Zealand Protests
Term 4
Exam Preparation
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway
NCEA Level 2 Classical Studies, NCEA Level 2 History
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 all future university study.
Career PathwaysBarrister, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Counsellor, Psychologist, Primary School Teacher, Secondary School Teacher, Social Worker, Author, Journalist, Editor, Urban/Regional Planner, Elected Government Representative, Technical Writer, Foreign Policy Officer, Policy Analyst, Archivist, Historian, Curator, Librarian, Library Assistant, Tertiary Lecturer, Sales Representative, Advertising Specialist, Copywriter, Sales and Marketing Manager, Communications Professional, Marine Biologist, Physician, General Practitioner, Psychiatrist, Mining Engineer, Architectural Technician, Electrical Engineer, Civil Engineer, Geologist, Environmental Engineer