Somerville Secondary College

Humanities

Current Affairs

Featured Learning Area Humanities Additional Learning Areas Civics, Citizenship, Politics Learning Capabilities Developed Critical/Creative Thinking COURSE DESCRIPTION Every year, there are events which change the world but do not make it into the curriculum. In 2022 already, Russia has invaded Ukraine, the price of petrol has doubled, food shortages and the cost of living are …

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How to Invest

Featured Learning Area Humanities – Business Additional Learning Areas Economics, Finance Learning Capabilities Developed Critical/Creative Thinking/Enterprise COURSE DESCRIPTION Once students start working, they will have money to spend and save – but there is another option which many teens do not often think about: investing! In this subject, students will learn about a range of …

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Legal Studies

Legal Studies provides students with an analytical evaluation of the processes of law making and the methods of dispute resolution. Students are able to develop an understanding of the impact our legal system has upon the lives of citizens and the implications of legal decisions on Australian Society. This study will also assist in the …

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Business Management

In studying VCE Business Management, students develop knowledge and skills that enhance their confidenceand ability to participate effectively as socially responsible and ethical members, managers and leaders of thebusiness community, and as informed citizens, consumers and investors. The study of Business Managementleads to opportunities across all facets of the business and management field such as …

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Around the World in 80 Days

Featured Learning Area Humanities – Geography Additional Learning Areas Humanities – History, Civics, Economics, Science Learning Capabilities Developed Critical/Creative Thinking COURSE DESCRIPTION Are you ready for travel and adventure? Then sign up now for this virtual backpacking experience – around the world in 80 days – featuring Africa, Central Asia, South Asia and the Pacific …

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Build a Business

Featured Learning Area Humanities – Economics, Civics & Citizenship Additional Learning Areas English, Maths Learning Capabilities Developed Critical/Creative Thinking COURSE DESCRIPTION Have you ever wanted to open your own business? Start a side hustle? Make some money on the side in a non-traditional job? Then join us in Humanities and learn how you can build …

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Criminology

Featured Learning Area Humanities – Economics, Civics & Citizenship Additional Learning Areas Science/Maths Learning Capabilities Developed Critical/Creative Thinking COURSE DESCRIPTION Did you know that community perception of crime rates continues to increase, despite downward trends in crime statistics in Victoria over the past few decades? And did you know that this pattern is fairly consistent …

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They Called Australia Home

Featured Learning Area Humanities – History Additional Learning Areas Humanities – Geography, Civics, Economics Learning Capabilities Developed Critical/Creative Thinking COURSE DESCRIPTION This unit explores the lives of people who have lived on the Australian continent throughout history, from pre-1700s Aboriginal nations to the formation of a formal sovereign Australia in 1901. Students will study Aboriginal …

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World War II History – Pacific

Featured Learning Area Humanities – History Additional Learning Areas Humanities – Geography, Civics Learning Capabilities Developed Critical/Creative Thinking COURSE DESCRIPTION This subject is advised to be completed after World War I. This elective is designed to follow on from the other WW II elective, however, it is not a prerequisite. Parallels will be drawn between …

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World War II History – Europe

Featured Learning Area Humanities – History Additional Learning Areas Humanities – Geography, Civics Learning Capabilities Developed Critical/Creative Thinking COURSE DESCRIPTION This subject is advised to be completed after World War I. This elective is recommended to follow on from the WWI elective, but is not a prerequisite. It begins with an investigation of how the …

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