Level 3 History
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Samuela.
HISTORY – YEAR 13
NCEA LEVEL 3
CODE: 13HIS
This course is in two parts. The first is an in-depth study of the Treaty of Waitangi, in analysing the social, political and economic causes and consequences of the event. We look at its significance then and now and look at its relevance in a modern multicultural New Zealand. The second part is an independent study of a context of their choice in looking at varying perspectives of a contentious part of history.
Entry Requirements
If you have not taken this subject before at a senior level, please see the teacher in charge before selecting this option.
Pathway
The History Courses provide students with an understanding of the foundations of many aspects of today’s world. They also provide an understanding of essential skills Which are found in many careers, thinking clearly and critical, interpreting resources, writing balanced arguments. In addition, History provides a useful basis for such careers as Journalism, Banking, Teaching management and is a valuable preparation for further study in such subjects as Law, Politics, Economics and Sociology as well as History itself.
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.
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 3.2 - Analyse an historical event, or place, of significance to New Zealanders
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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 3.5 - Analyse the causes and consequences of a significant historical event
Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 25
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.
Disclaimer
Course Selection is confirmed at the start of 2025. You can change the courses you have selected up until the start of next year provided there are still spaces in the course you wish to change to.
Some courses may become unavailable due to the number of students taking the courses or changes in staffing.
New courses may also be introduced, in which case you will be notified and given the opportunity to select the new course.