1HIS
This course requires 2 options.

Level 1 History

Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.

Subject Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr E. Campbell.

Winston Churchill said: "Those that fail to learn from history, are doomed to repeat it." This course will introduce you to the study of History. This will be done by studying the past in two set topics. There will also be an opportunity to explore an area of interest to you after completion of assessment because there is no exam.

Topic
Explanation
The fight for equality: The oppression of African Americans and the status of Māori in New Zealand.The dramatic struggle for freedom and equality by people of colour in the United States will be explored. Alongside this, you will learn about the changing circumstances confronting Māori in their own land following European settlement.

New Zealand in the Second World WarOur participation in the most devastating war in history will be examined. This will include the war at home and overseas. The experiences of women and Māori will also be investigated.

 




Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

This course is eligible for subject endorsement.

Total Credits Available: 15
Internal Assessed Credits: 10
External Assessed Credits: 5
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 92024 v3
NZQA Info

History 1.1 - Engage with a variety of primary sources in a historical context


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92025 v3
NZQA Info

History 1.2 - Demonstrate understanding of the significance of a historical context


Level: 1
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 92027 v3
NZQA Info

History 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of perspectives on a historical context


Level: 1
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: Y
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 15
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 10
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0