Level 1 History
11HIST Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms C. Moorhead
The standards and topics offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.
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:
- Historical Crimes in NZ
- NZ Involvement in the Vietnam War
- African American Civil Rights
- The Bombing of the Rainbow Warrior
For students who wish to study History at Level 2 or Level 3, it is highly recommended that Level 1 History is taken.
Pathway Recommended Prior Learning
Open Entry.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 91001 v3 History 1.1 - Carry out an investigation of an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91004 v3 History 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of different perspectives of people in an historical event of significance to New Zealanders | 1 |
I |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91005 v3 History 1.5 - Describe the causes and consequences of an historical event | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 91006 v4 History 1.6 - Describe how a significant historical event affected New Zealand society | 1 |
E |
4 |
Y |
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Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 16 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
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