To learn the skills of History which are relevant to all tertiary studies and vocational training. These include wide reading, sorting, sifting and analysing information, debating issues, essay and report writing, interpreting cartoons, statistics and maps, as well as using a wide range of technology for research purposes. To understand the bi-cultural and multi cultural history of our own country and become better informed citizens who can make rational judgements on current issues. To understand and be better informed about the history of Europe, Asia and other areas of the world to give a global perspective to our lives. Also to gain an understanding of other cultures.
History provides a valuable base for many careers because of the skills and knowledge taught.
Analysing and processing information from a variety of sources is very useful for whatever career you choose. History can lead to careers such as law, journalism, medicine, travel, careers in the media such as television and radio. History not only helps your future career but is important for recreation and travel. Information Technology is used in History for research, teaching in the classroom and for assignments and special studies. Students are encouraged to use the school facilities such as the Library, computers, as well as the computer laboratories to research their History topics.