Level 1 History
Course Description
Studying History provides students with a sound basis for further education as well as an enormous variety of careers. The skills developed during this course of study are well regarded and extremely relevant to the world we live in. History is highly recommended for Law, Journalism and Politics.
The topics studied for Level 1 History are:
- Defence of New Zealand/ Aotearoa in WWII.
- A field trip to Devonport towards the end of Term 1
- Protest: American Black Civil Rights and The 1975Māori Land March
- The Cold War - The Space Race
For students who wish to study History at Level 2 or Level 3, it is highly recommended that Level 1 History is taken.
The standards and topics offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Recommended Prior Learning
Pathway
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.
External
NZQA Info
History 1.1 - Engage with a variety of primary sources in a historical context
NZQA Info
History 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of historical concepts in contexts of significance to Aotearoa New Zealand
Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths