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Who is this course for?
🏛️ Who Should Explore Ancient History?
Are You...
Curious About the Past? If you find yourself wondering about the origins of civilizations, ancient cultures, and how they have shaped the world we live in today, this subject is for you.
A Story Explorer? Ancient History is not just about dates and facts; it's about stories, legends, heroes, and the drama of human history. If you love a good story, there's no better subject than this.
A Critical Thinker? This subject isn't just about learning what happened. It's about understanding why, how, and learning to question and analyse historical events and sources.
Fascinated by Mysteries? Ancient History is full of unsolved mysteries and unexplored territories. If you're intrigued by puzzles and enjoy piecing together clues, you'll love this journey.
Aspiring to Impact the Future? By understanding the past, you can gain insights into the present and future. This subject is for those who want to learn from history to create a better tomorrow.
🌍 Join Us on a Journey Through Time!
In this course, you'll travel back to the times of the Pharaohs, explore the myths of Ancient Greece, unravel the secrets of the Roman Empire, and much more. It's not just a subject; it's an adventure that will expand your perspective of the world!
What Entry Requirements are there?,
In S2 October tracking, having secured:
Level 01.D - Almost all benchmarks achieved at L2 or better in History
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Ancient History: Unveiling the Past, Discovering the Future
Embark on an Epic Journey Through Time!
The Ancient History course for S3 pupils offers an in-depth exploration of the ancient civilizations that have fundamentally shaped the modern world. This course is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of life in ancient societies and their lasting impact on contemporary culture, politics, and philosophy.
Key Units of Study:
Life in Ancient Rome: Delve into the Roman Empire's political, social, and cultural aspects. Explore the legacy of Roman law, governance, and architectural marvels that continue to influence the modern world.
Life in Ancient Greece: Investigate the birthplace of Western philosophy, democracy, and the Olympic Games. Understand Greek mythology, literature, and the Athenian way of life.
Life in Ancient Mesopotamia: Uncover the cradle of civilization, focusing on the development of writing, the Code of Hammurabi, and the Mesopotamian contributions to mathematics and astronomy.
Global Influence of Ancient Civilizations: Examine how ancient societies from around the world have shaped contemporary ideologies, technologies, and societal structures.
Life in Ancient Egypt: Discover the world of the Pharaohs and their pyramids. Learn about hieroglyphics, ancient Egyptian beliefs, and the impressive buildings they created long ago.
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What Skills will I develop?
Analysis, evaluation, problem-solving, literacy, communication, collaboration, presenting, creativity and source handling skills.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment in the first half of S3, is based on the Curriculum for Excellence Social Studies Benchmarks.
Your work will be assessed by your teacher on an ongoing basis throughout the course. Items of work might include:
written work - research assignments, reports and case studies
projects
class-based exams.
You must pass all the units including the practical unit to gain the course qualification.
If I was successful in this course, what qualifications could I go on and study?
If you complete the National 3, you can go onto complete the National 4.
After this, you are able to move on to relevant areas in Arts, Social Sciences, Culture and Heritage. Click the following links for inspiration.
What kind of career pathways could this qualification help me with?
Archivist, Researcher, Journalist, Librarian, Teacher, Lawyer and so many more!
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