TCE History 

Level 2

TCE History Level 2

History Level 2 is for learners who enjoy history or like to learn about the past and what it means for the future.

Why should I study this course?

If you are about to begin Year 11 or Year 12 and:

• enjoy reading texts and watching documentaries and films about people, places and events
• are interested in learning about the distant and recent past
• prefer a variety of learning activities and assessment tasks
• want to develop your ability to build evidence based arguments and think critically in Year 11/12, University, or the workplace. 
• want an opportunity to gain 15 TCE points and your Reading and Writing (Literacy) standard for the TCE
• desire excellent preparation for HASS Level 3 and English Level 3 courses that you may wish to study in your second year of TCE study (Year 12) 

What will I learn?

Module 1: Investigating the ancient world

Learners will investigate the past through an examination of issues relevant to the nature and use of the evidence. These include ethical practice, ownership and representation of the ancient world. They will investigate key aspects of the ancient world through two studies. These aspects include artefacts, events, legends, personalities and controversies of the ancient world. Learners focus on an analysis and evaluation of the differing ways in which the evidence that remains has been interpreted and represented from ancient to modern times.

• The Battle of Kadesh
• The destruction of Troy
• The ‘Fall’ of the Roman Empire in the West
• The Roman Games

Module 2 Content:

Learners will study developments that have helped define the modern world. ONE topic will be selected by the provider and will be the context for teaching the key knowledge and skills. The topics are:

• The Enlightenment: 1750 – 1789
• The American Revolution: 1763 – 1812
• The French Revolution: 1774 – 1799
• The Industrial Revolutions: 1750 – 1890’s
• The Age of Imperialism: 1848 – 1914.

Module 3 Content:

Study 1: A brief introduction to the 20th century.

Learners will study a brief overview of two topics. Topics should be selected to give learners exposure to events in at least TWO different continents. Topics are:

• the evolution of transport leading up to the 20th century 
• the geopolitical situation of the late 19th and early 20th century
• the growth of independent and educated middle classes in the 19th century
• the advances in warfare in the latter part of the 19th century. 

Study 2: Movement for change in the 20th century

• learners will study ONE topic from this list:
  
  • women’s movements
  • recognition and rights of indigenous peoples
  • decolonisation
  • the civil rights movement in the USA
  • workers’ movements.

What Skills does this course provide?

• Analytical thinking and innovation 

• Active learning and learning strategies 

• Complex problem solving 

• Critical thinking and analysis 

• Creativity, originality and initiative 

• Leadership and social influence 

• Resilience, stress tolerance and flexibility 

• Reasoning, problem-solving and ideation 

• Persuasion and negotiation 

• Communication 

• Written comprehension 

• Judgement and decision-making 

• Reading and oral comprehension 

• Multitasking 

• Empathy 

• Social perceptiveness 

• Attention to detail 

• Problem-solving 

• Active listening

What Pathway Options does this course provide?

This course ensures you are well prepared and supported for English and Humanities TCE courses and prepares your for University. Related pathways may include but are not limited to:

Economist,  Historian, Education (Senior Secondary), Academic (University), Lawyer,  Arts and entertainment entrepreneur,  Playwright, Media advisor Communications Officer, Publishing Editor, Fact-checker, Publisher, Writer/Author Researcher, Journalist, Barrister, Judge, Criminologist, Policy developer (health, corporate, legal, etc.)  Manager Human resources, Policy analyst, Political scientist, Project and program administrator, Research and development manager, Foreign affairs and trade officer, Business consultant Resource economist, Community worker, Social researcher, Counsellor, Student advisor, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Welfare case manager, Youth worker, Social worker.