Level 2 History
Course Description
This course focuses on continuity and change. We explore several key turning points in the twentieth century, both international and local. By analysing these events, we are better able to make sense of the world, both in the past and present and see the links between them. We further develop critical thinking, research skills, and the ability to create a convincing argument through independent inquiry and examining different perspectives. Extending oral and written communication skills are a key focus of the teaching of History at Southern Cross Campus. History is an approved subject for University.
History at Level 2 studies two topics across modern world history. The topics studied could include (but not limited to)
- No Shots Fired! – Communism, Capitalism & MAD Cold War Tensions
- Crimes Against Humanity – Nazi Germany & the Holocaust
- Protest in the 20th Century
- Bastion Point and Maori land issues,
- the Maori Land March,
- Racism and Apartheid South Africa
- Sports and Politics - the 1981 Springbok Tour
- Power: nuclear testing in the Pacific.
- The Cuban Missile Crisis
Course Overview
Semester 1
AS91229 Carry out an inquiry of an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders.
AS91230 Examine an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders.
Semester 2
AS91232 Interpret different perspectives of people in an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders.
AS 91231 Examine sources of an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders
Recommended Prior Learning
10 credits or more in Level 1 History. For those students who have not previously studied History but who wish to enter at Level 2, credits obtained in another Social Science subject, and/ or English will be used as the basis for entry.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
2B5
60 page clear folder
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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.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 4 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
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Pathway Tags
Animator/Digital Artist, Archivist, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Historian, Artist, Artistic Director, Barrister, Minister of Religion, Graphic Designer, Interior Designer, Interpreter, Conservator, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Judge, Curator, Workplace Relations Adviser, Geologist, Game Developer, Policy Analyst, Secondary School Teacher, Valuer, Intelligence Officer, Court Registry Officer, Career Consultant,
Disclaimer
Any information, costs or standards may change.