Level 2 History

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