Level 3 History
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr S. Gardiner.
Level 3 History
This course focuses on causes and effects by examining pivotal historical events of the past both internationally and locally. Case studies such as the decision to drop the Atomic Bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the Civil Rights Movement in America, and the New Zealand Wars will be examined and analysed. The role of key historical actors such as President Harry Truman, Martin Luther King, Governor George Grey, King Tawhiao and other examples are also investigated. Students will further develop their analytical and essay-writing skills through a range of assessment methods. Extending oral and written communication skills are a key focus of the teaching of History at Westlake Boys High School. History is an approved subject for University.
Entry Criteria
This course is open entry for all students. Open entry, but completion of Level 2 History is recommended.
Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs
This course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop.
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for NCEA Course Endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
External
NZQA Info
History 3.1 - Research an historical event or place of significance to New Zealanders, using primary and secondary sources
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History 3.3 - Analyse evidence relating to an historical event of significance to New Zealanders
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History 3.4 - Analyse different perspectives of a contested event of significance to New Zealanders
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History 3.6 - Analyse a significant historical trend and the force(s) that influenced it
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 20
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Pathway Tags
Animator/Digital Artist, Advertising Specialist, Aeroplane Pilot, Anaesthetic Technician, 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, Translator, Library Assistant, Policy Analyst, Secondary School Teacher, Valuer, Intelligence Officer, Court Registry Officer, Career Consultant,
Disclaimer
Course selection does not guarantee a course will be available or that you have approval to take a course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results and in rare cases, staff availability.