Humanities

HUMANITIES

Length of Course: Full Year

Course Description

The Humanities includes History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship. 

Humanities provides a framework for students to examine the complex processes that have shaped the modern world and to investigate responses to different challenges including people’s interconnections with the environment.

In History and Geography, students explore the processes that have shaped and which continue to shape different societies and cultures, to appreciate the common humanity shared across time and distance and to evaluate the ways in which humans respond to different challenges. Students study History for a full semester, and Geography for a term. 

In Civics and Citizenship, students explore the systems that shape society, with a specific focus on political and economic systems. Students learn about Australia’s democracy, looking at the role of state and federal governments in the Australian legal system, as well as our role in global systems, and are encouraged to appreciate democratic principles and to contribute as active, informed and responsible citizens. Students study Civics & Citizenship for a term. 

Learning about World Views and Religions

The Victorian Curriculum F–10 includes multiple opportunities for students to learn about world views and religions. This enables students to be more informed and engaged at both a local and global level, understanding the perspectives of diverse local communities and being informed about the beliefs and practices of different groups and cultures.