Why Humanities and Commerce Matter

Humanities and Commerce give us an understanding of the world in which we live. The Humanities are about what it is to be human. They are subjects that seek to interpret and appreciate the human experience from individuals to whole cultures and civilisations. The Humanities are engaged in the discovery, preservation and communication of the Past and the Present record, to gain a deeper understanding of the contemporary world. Commerce subjects are immersed in the real world. Students explore current issues and problems and consider solutions and strategies. The disciplines of Humanities and Commerce gives us the tools to predict and propose the future.

Year 7 students have just finished exploring the societies of Ancient Egypt and China and are ending their year with a Deep Time History exploration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

Year 8 students are studying the Medieval World and in particular the pandemic known as “The Black Death”.  What was a pretty interesting subject anyway, suddenly became so much more meaningful since the Covid-19 pandemic, because of the parallels that could be drawn between our modern pandemic and what happened during the Middle Ages.

Year 10 Ancient History students recently went on an archaeological dig uncovering ancient Egytpian artefacts. This simulation allowed students to experience the reality of archaeology and how it assists historians in piece together the story of Humanity.

Year 10 Economics students received a grounding in financial literacy, which is so vital for students to navigate their future. This term they have considered some real life economic problems and issues; a relevant and exciting investigation.

Humanities and Commerce subjects encourage us to think creatively. They teach us to reason about being human and to ask questions about our world. Humanities and Commerce develop informed and critical citizens.

The Humanities and Commerce teach students not what to think but how to think. 

Highlights from Humanities & Commerce