STAGE 1 HUMANITIES
BUSINESS INNOVATION
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 Business Studies preferred.
Course Description
This course allows students to begin to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to engage in business contexts in a modern world. Students consider the opportunities and challenges associated with start-up and existing businesses in the modern world. Students consider how digital and emerging technologies may present opportunities to enhance business models and analyse the responsibilities and impacts of proposed business models on global and local communities.
Content
Assessment Components
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 Business Studies preferred.
Course Description
This course allows students to begin to develop the knowledge, skills and understanding to engage in business contexts in a modern world. Students consider the opportunities and challenges associated with start-up and existing businesses in the modern world. Students consider how digital and emerging technologies may present opportunities to enhance business models and analyse the responsibilities and impacts of proposed business models on global and local communities.
Content
- Analysis and evaluation of start-up and existing businesses
- Fundamental business concepts and ideas including the nature of business, key business functions and the forms of ownership and legal responsibilities
Assessment Components
- Business Model Summary – Existing Business
- Business Model Summary – Start-up Business
- Business Pitch
GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENT
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 Geography or Humanities preferred.
Course Description
This course is focused on the study of human management of resources and the relationship between ecosystems and population. Students will be introduced to the concept of conducting a field investigation, formulating a question, collecting, analysing and interpreting data.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
A fieldwork excursion may be conducted – approximate cost $30.
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 Geography or Humanities preferred.
Course Description
This course is focused on the study of human management of resources and the relationship between ecosystems and population. Students will be introduced to the concept of conducting a field investigation, formulating a question, collecting, analysing and interpreting data.
Content
- Population Distributions
- Natural Environments at Risk
- People, Resources and Development
- Issues for Geographers
Assessment Components
- Skills and Applications Tasks
- Individual Inquiry
- Fieldwork
- Investigation
Additional Information
A fieldwork excursion may be conducted – approximate cost $30.
LEGAL STUDIES
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 The Law in Action preferred.
Course Description
Students study the dynamic nature of the Australian legal system. They learn about the structures of the Australian legal system and how it responds to and initiates change. Students learn about law making, dispute resolution and the administration of justice. They investigate contemporary issues in society and make informed judgements about the strengths and weaknesses of the Australian legal system.
Content
Assessment Component
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 The Law in Action preferred.
Course Description
Students study the dynamic nature of the Australian legal system. They learn about the structures of the Australian legal system and how it responds to and initiates change. Students learn about law making, dispute resolution and the administration of justice. They investigate contemporary issues in society and make informed judgements about the strengths and weaknesses of the Australian legal system.
Content
- Law and Communities
- Two other topics chosen by teacher and/or students
Assessment Component
- 60% Folio – at least 2 pieces of work which could consist of oral presentations and reports, audio-visual presentations, multimedia presentations, interviews, debates, essays, tests and/or exam
- 20% Issue Study
- 20% Presentation
MODERN HISTORY
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 Humanities or Year 10 World History preferred.
Course Description
In this course students will explore changes within the world since 1750, examining developments and movements of significance, the ideas that inspired them, and their short- and long-term consequences on societies, systems, and individuals. Students consider the dynamic processes of imperialism, revolution, and decolonisation, and how these have reconfigured political, economic, social, and cultural systems. Students also look at how recognition of the rights of individuals and societies has created challenges and responses.
Content
Assessment Component
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 Humanities or Year 10 World History preferred.
Course Description
In this course students will explore changes within the world since 1750, examining developments and movements of significance, the ideas that inspired them, and their short- and long-term consequences on societies, systems, and individuals. Students consider the dynamic processes of imperialism, revolution, and decolonisation, and how these have reconfigured political, economic, social, and cultural systems. Students also look at how recognition of the rights of individuals and societies has created challenges and responses.
Content
- Imperialism
- Decolonisation
- Indigenous peoples
- Social movements
- Revolution
Assessment Component
- 60% Folio – 3 pieces of work which could consist of an essay, a sources analysis, a multimodal presentation, an empathetic piece, a primary source trail, a photo-story, a time capsule, a museum exhibit
- 20% Historical Study
- 20% Exam
TOURISM
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 Humanities preferred.
Course Description
Students develop understanding of the tourism industry in Australia from a range of perspectives and will explore contemporary issues. This course incorporates a five day camp/tour of Victoria’s most iconic tourist destinations.
Content
Assessment Components
Additional Information
This course provides excellent preparation for students intending to progress to further study in Tourism. There is a five day camp associated with this course which costs approximately $495.
SEMESTER COURSE - 10 CREDITS
Assumed Knowledge
Successful completion of Year 10 Humanities preferred.
Course Description
Students develop understanding of the tourism industry in Australia from a range of perspectives and will explore contemporary issues. This course incorporates a five day camp/tour of Victoria’s most iconic tourist destinations.
Content
- The History of the Australian Tourism Industry
- The Social, Economic and Environmental Impacts of Tourism
- Understanding the Role of Organisations and Government in Tourism
- Exploring Tourism in the Local Area
Assessment Components
- Practical activity: Interview and Report
- Source Analysis: Illustrated Essay and Source Evaluation
- Case Study: Oral and Visual Presentations
- Investigation: Extended Written Response
- Exam (Optional)
Additional Information
This course provides excellent preparation for students intending to progress to further study in Tourism. There is a five day camp associated with this course which costs approximately $495.