- How we know what life was like in ancient times by reconstructing the past
- How to investigate the ancient past, including key sites, events and or developments in the ancient world; individuals, structures and features of ancient societies
- The history and aspects of culture of one of the great civilizations of the ancient world (such as Egypt, Greece, Rome or China)
- Connections between the origins, impact and legacy of ideas, beliefs and values of the ancient world and a context for the inter-connectedness of past and present
- How some distinctive features of ancient societies, for example arts, architecture or drama; weapons and warfare; technology and engineering; women and families; beliefs, rituals and funerary practices act as evidence that define the nature of key structures and practices of ancient societies.
- select one civilisation to investigate
- investigate the origins and settlement of an ancient civilisation and the impact of chronological and geographical context on the development of the civilisation selected
- select a key ancient site, event or development to investigate to understand the nature of the remaining evidence of the ancient world
- address the political, social, economic and cultural structures and practices of an ancient society
- analyse and refer to relevant primary and secondary sources
- write historical essays responding to key topics
- engage in discussions, research work, investigate and study selected topics
- experience excursions to relevant sites.
- Is interested in the ancient past and the development and characteristics of ancient civilizations
- Is able to write essays in response to historical questions and inquiry
- Is well organised
- Likes analysing historical sources to find relevant evidence to support historical arguments
- Has critical and creative thinking skills.
