Year 13 History (HIS)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr N. Mannering.
Year 13 History (HIS)
WHAT WILL I LEARN?
This course builds on the core skills learned in Level 1 and Level 2 through the advanced study of historiography and with a major focus on the contested nature of history. The major topics covered in Level 3 History are ‘America, a House divided?’ examining the secession of the Southern States which led to the American Civil War, a student selected research topic (connected to the theme of ‘contentious history’), and historical skills.
During the course you will learn about:
Different historical perspectives in time and place through research and analysis of primary and secondary evidence.
The study of historiography and historical analysis.
Essential History skills – essay writing, research, presentation and the ability to form judgements on the reliability of evidence.
HOW IS THE COURSE ASSESSED?
5 Level 3 Achievement Standards – 25 credits
3 internally assessed make up 15 credits
2 externally assessed make up 10 credits
WHO COULD TELL ME MORE?
Mrs Douglas, Mr Fenwick
Recommended Prior Learning
WHAT SHOULD I HAVE ALREADY DONE?
Ideally, Level 1 or 2 History but anyone may select this course.
Pathway
WHAT COULD THIS SUBJECT LEAD TO?
Tertiary study courses in Law, Journalism, Communication & Media - the skills developed in History are applicable in a wide range of careers.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
History 3.1 - Research an historical event or place of significance to New Zealanders, using primary and secondary sources
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History 3.2 - Analyse an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders
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History 3.3 - Analyse evidence relating to an historical event of significance to New Zealanders
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History 3.4 - Analyse different perspectives of a contested event of significance to New Zealanders
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History 3.5 - Analyse the causes and consequences of a significant historical event
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 25
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.