To turn back a page History Historians attempt to understand the human past, using surviving evidence in all forms. They develop skills of close observation, analysis and clear expression, which have value in many other fields and occupations.
Attention is given in all History units to research and writing skills.
History Introduces students to skills and concepts needed for a disciplined study of the human past. The theme of the unit is Europeans interacting with the rest of the world from the 15th to the 20th century. The study of 'explorers and discoverers', such as Columbus and Tasman, is complemented with consideration of the evolving societies of America and the change and conflict within Europe itself over the last few centuries. Details shown above were correct at the time of publication. While every effort is made to keep this information up to date, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary courses at any time without notice.