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Human Society and Its EnvironmentHuman Society and its Environment Course Description:  The key learning area of Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) involves the study of people, cultures, soc ieties and environments in different places and at different times.Regional, national and global issues. In doing so, it forms a basis for active participation in community life and a commitment to ecological sustainability, a just society and intercultural understanding. The study of History prepares students for adult life by providing students with understanding and insights, which challenge them to consider their rights and responsibilities and the contribution they can make to society. History provides a frame of reference that students can use to think critically and to develop informed opinions about contemporary and national and international issues. The study of both Geography and History develops research, interpretation, analytical, organizational and communication skills that are highly valued in the workforce. HSIE leads on to the study of elective subjects such as Geography, Modern History, Legal Studies and Economics in the senior school. CareersCareers Year 10 Presentation. Year 10 choosing HSC courses: Facts and Myths May, 2011. To view this presentation click here. Year 12 Outline that the students can use to help them make informed choices towards their future Careers. To view this outline click here. Tips for Scholarship Applicants. To view this document, click here. Year 12 Checklist for Applying to University. To view this checklist click on the following pages Page 1 Page 2 Important UAC Information for 2011. To view this information click here. Demystifying the ATAR. To view this powerpoint presentation click here. Steps to Applying through UAC. The UAC processes applications for: undergraduate courses - postgaduate courses - educational access schemes - equity scholarships (EAS) all on behalf of 17 participating institutions. The UAC also administers STAT in NSW and notofies current NSW HSC students of their ATAR. To view these steps click here. Parents Guide to University: produced by the University of Technology, Sydney is for parents who would like to know more about the educational options available to their son or daughter after they leave school. It is aimed particularly at parents who would like to know more about university education in New South Wales. To view this information click here. Parent Information Letter re: Student's Tax File Number (TFN). To view this letter click here. Parents Website. The biggest question when leaving school - So what do you want to do when you leave school? For more information click here. Ancient HistoryAncient History Course Description: The study of history is an inquiry into past experience that helps make the present more intelligible. A study of the past is invaluable, for to be unaware of history is to be ignorant of those forces that have shaped our social and physical worlds. Through the study of ancient history, students learn both about the interaction of societies and the impact of individuals and groups on ancient events and ways of life. The study of ancient history gives students an understanding of the possibilities and limitations of comparing past to present and present to past by exposing them to a variety of perspectives on key events and issues. It also gives them opportunities to develop their own perspectives on the origins and influence of ideas, values and behaviours that are still relevant in the modern world. Ancient History Stage 6 has a unique role in the school curriculum because it allows students to study and analyse past societies with a detachment conferred by the perspectives of at least two millennia. It draws on a variety of disciplines and sources, both written and archaeological, such as literary works, coins, inscriptions, art, architecture, artefacts and human remains, enabling students to piece together an informed and coherent view of the past. Because the amount of surviving evidence is relatively small, students are able to consider it in its entirety and thus weigh their own interpretations alongside those found in published secondary works, while noting how to deal with gaps in the evidence. In addition, it introduces students to scientific methods used in the historian’s investigation of archaeological evidence. Students study ancient history because it provides them with opportunities to satisfy their fascination and interest in the stories of the past and the mysteries of human behaviour. It allows them to develop and apply the research skills and methodologies of the historian and archaeologist. It equips students to question critically and interpret written and archaeological sources for the evidence they provide about the ancient world. CommerceCommerce Course Description: Commerce enables young people to develop the knowledge, understanding, skills and values that form the foundation on which they can make sound decisions about consumer, financial, legal, business and employment issues. It develops in students the ability to research information, apply problem-solving strategies and evaluate options in order to make informed and responsible decisions as individuals and as part of the community. |
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If you are being bullied links to anti-bullying sites can be found under 'School' then 'What If'.
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April Motton is the District School Counsellor for Cobar.
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