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History Extension

COURSE        HISTORY EXTENSION                              

FACULTY       HSIE

Only available in Year 12

ATAR Status:  Yes              

Category: A - 1 Unit          

HSC Exam: Yes

Description:

History Extension provides students with opportunities to examine the way history is constructed and the role of historians. Students investigate the nature of history and changing approaches to its construction through sampling the works of various writers, historians and others involved in the practice of history. Students apply their understanding to undertake an individual investigative project, focusing on an area of changing historical interpretation.

2 units of EITHER Year 11 Ancient History OR Year 11 Modern History is a prerequisite for Year 12 History Extension.

2 units of EITHER Year 12 Ancient History OR Year 12 Modern History is a corequisite for Year 12 History Extension.