Year 12

Modern History (ATAR & General)

Modern History develops your ability to think critically about the past and its relevance to today. Students explore key historical events and movements, analyse a variety of sources, and consider different perspectives.

Modern History (ATAR)
Unit 3: Russia and the Soviet Union (1914–45)
Unit 4: The changing European world since 1945

Pre-requisites
Minimum B-Grade in ATAR English. Recommended to have completed Year 11 Modern History ATAR


Modern History (General)
Unit 3: The USA between the wars (1918–1941)
Unit 4: Nazism in Germany (1918–1945)

Pre-requisites
Nil


Why Choose This Course?
If you’re curious about people, power, and the past, Modern History will challenge and inspire you. It builds transferable skills in research, analysis, and communication.

Future Career Opportunities
This subject supports careers in teaching, law, media, research, museums, and heritage. Examples include journalist, historian, museum curator, and teacher.


Contact Information

Mr James Silver
Head of HASS
James.Silver@cewa.edu.au