Year 11

Modern History (ATAR & General)

Modern History helps students become critical thinkers by exploring significant people, events, and movements that shaped the 20th century. Students examine historical sources, build research skills, and analyse the forces behind social and political change.

Modern History (ATAR)
Unit 1: Capitalism – the American Experience (1901–41)
Unit 2: Nazism in Germany

Pre-requisites
Mininum B-Grade in Year 10 HASS


Modern History (General)
Unit 1: George Washington and the American Revolution
Unit 2: Russia and the Soviet Union

Pre-requisites
Nil


Why Choose This Course?
History gives you the tools to question, interpret, and understand the world. You’ll develop skills in analysis, research, and argument—valuable for life, study, and any profession.

Future Career Opportunities
Studying history supports careers in education, media, research, heritage, government, and more. Potential careers include historian, archaeologist, journalist, museum curator, research officer, and teacher.


Contact Information

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