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Level 2 History

200HIS
Course Description 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.


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


Learning Areas:

Social Sciences


Assessment Policy & Procedures
Pathway

Level 3 History

Career Pathways

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


Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

2B5
60 page clear folder
Highlighters
Refill


Disclaimer

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