• Length of Study: 1 Semester
• Number of SACE Credits: 10

Subject Overview

In Ancient Studies, students learn about the history, literature, society, and culture of ancient civilisations, which may include those of Asia–Australia, the Americas, Europe, and Western Asia/North Africa, and the classical civilisations of Greece and Rome. In Ancient Studies, students draw on many other fields of study. They consider the environmental, social, economic, religious, cultural, and aesthetic aspects of societies. Students also explore the ideas and innovations that shape and are shaped by societies. Contemporary societies have a long heritage based on civilisations of the past. The study of ancient cultures, therefore, enables students to explore the universality and diversity of human experience and enhance their own cultural and intercultural understanding

Students undertake study in Stage 1 Ancient Studies through a combination of the following topics:

• Understanding Ancient History
• Warfare and Conquest
• Social Structures, slavery and everyday life

Assessment

Stage 1 Assessment is comprised of 100% school-based assessment. Students demonstrate evidence of their learning through the following assessment types:

• Assessment Type 1 - Skills and Applications (70%)
• Assessment Type 2 - Inquiry (30%)

Examination:

• This subject does not have an Examination at the end of the semester.