Ancient Studies

Length of Course

Semester, Full Year

Level

Marian - Year 11

Category

Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)

Core or Elective

Elective

Pre-requisites

N/A

Subject Description

In Ancient Studies, students learn about the history, literature, society, and culture of ancient civilisations, which may include those of Asia–Australia, the Americas, Europe, Western Asia, Middle East and the classical civilisations of Greece and Rome. Students draw on many other fields of study. They consider the environmental, social, economic, religious, cultural, and aesthetic aspects of societies, and explore the ideas and innovations that shape and are shaped by societies.

Content

Topics covered are taken from the following areas:

Compulsory topics

  • Understanding Ancient History
  • Historical authentication and reliability

Additional topics

  • Art, architecture, and technology
  • Warfare and conquest
  • Social structures, slavery, and everyday life
  • Beliefs, rituals, and mythology
  • Creative representation
Assessment

At Stage 1, assessment is school-based. Teachers make decisions about the extent and quality of the evidence of student learning with reference to the performance standards.

Students have the opportunity to demonstrate evidence of their learning in Stage 1 Ancient Studies through the following assessment types:

  • Assessment Type 1: Skills and Applications
  • Assessment Type 2: Inquiry
Pathways

Students who undertake study in Stage 1 Ancient Studies may like to progress on to Stage 2 Ancient Studies.

Pathways for Humanities and Social Sciences (HASS)

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Marian - Year 11 - Ancient Studies