7–10History 7–10 Syllabus
The new History 7–10 Syllabus (2024) is to be implemented from 2027.
2025 and 2026 – Plan and prepare to teach the new syllabus
2027 – Start teaching new syllabus
School sectors are responsible for implementing syllabuses and are best placed to provide schools with specific guidance and information on implementation given their understanding of their individual contexts.
Content
Stage 4
Students investigate at least ONE option from:
- Ancient Egypt
- Ancient India*
- Ancient China*
- Ancient Greece
- Ancient Rome
At least ONE depth study option to be chosen from a non-western option (marked with an *).
Content in Working with historical concepts and skills outlines how historical concepts and skills are to be integrated with all other content in this focus area as part of the process of historical inquiry.
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Engage in historical inquiry, using information from a range of sources as evidence where appropriate
Create written texts to explain historical concepts related to ancient China
Significance of geographical context and natural features for the development of ancient Chinese society
Origin myths and legends from ancient China
Key events within the chronology of ancient China
The political systems and administration of ancient China
The daily life of men, women and children in ancient China
The role and influence of law in ancient Chinese society
The role and significance of religion or key beliefs in ancient Chinese society
The actions and significance of a chosen individual in ancient China
The causes and effects of contact and conflicts within ancient China and/or with other societies
The impact of ancient China’s historical and cultural legacy