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NCEA Level 2 History

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mr R. Gregory.


Level 2 History focuses on some of the major forces and events of the 19th century which have shaped the 20th century and which will continue to influence the 21st century. There are three main sections to the course:
1. International Relations
A study of the origins and causes of the World War, from military alliances to the arms race, and international crises to assassinations. The impact of this event is still being felt today and has influenced the geopolitical decisions on every continent.
2. Government and Political Change
The Russian Revolution which saw the bloody overthrow of the royal family and its replacement by a radical group of communist revolutionaries. A revolution that has influenced and inspired those wanting greater equality and which helped reshape the political landscape of the world.
3. Imperialism and the Emergence of New Nations
Vietnam and the conflict in Indo-China 1945 – 1975 which saw the determined effort of the people of Vietnam to overthrow the imperialistic super powers of France and the United States and gain their freedom and independence – an issue that still faces many countries today.
4. Research topics
This component is internally assessed and comprises 9 credits. Different topics are chosen from year to year depending on the interests and strengths of the students, availability of resources and the requirements of the standards.

A student will be withdrawn from a standard if the teacher is not confident that the achievement of the standard is within the reach of the student or there is no evidence of the student attempting the assessment.

Recommended Prior Learning

14 credits in a Social Science subject (History, Geography, Economics), and/or 14 credits in English 1 or 2, or in consultation with teacher in charge (Mr Gregory).

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Ring binder, A4 Refill (14B8), subject dividers, highlighter.
A personal device is preferred for this subject.

Pathway

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.

Total Credits Available: 28 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 91229 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.1 - Carry out an inquiry of an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2021-02-02, Week: 2021-02-02

A.S. 91230 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.2 - Examine an historical event or place that is of significance to New Zealanders
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 3, Week: 7

A.S. 91231 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.3 - Examine sources of an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 4
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 4r,4w
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 2021-02-02, Week: 2021-02-02

A.S. 91232 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.4 - Interpret different perspectives of people in an historical event that is of significance to New Zealanders
Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91233 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.5 - Examine causes and consequences of a significant historical event
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r,5w
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 7

A.S. 91234 v2
NZQA Info
History 2.6 - Examine how a significant historical event affected New Zealand society
Level: 2
Internal or External: External
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 5r,5w
Numeracy Credits: 0

Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 7

Credit Summary
Total Credits: 28
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 28
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

POLICY
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Credits listed may change.