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 Egypt
Significance of geographical context and natural features for the development of ancient Egyptian society
Origin myths and legends from ancient Egypt
Key events within the chronology of ancient Egypt
The political system and administration of ancient Egypt
The daily life of men, women and children in ancient Egypt
The role and influence of law in ancient Egyptian society
The role and significance of religion or key beliefs in ancient Egyptian society
The actions and significance of a chosen individual in ancient Egypt
The causes and effects of contact and conflicts within ancient Egypt and/or with other societies such as the conquest of lands, the expansion of trade and peace treaties
The impact of ancient Egypt’s historical and cultural legacy