History & Modern Studies
Welcome to the History and Modern Studies Department!
History and Modern Studies are fascinating subjects to learn.
Through our understanding of the past in History; and our understanding of the present in Modern Studies; we are better prepared for the present and the future.
We aim to provide all our students with rich and varied experiences in History and Modern Studies that enhance our understanding of the world. We work together to ensure that every student has an equal opportunity to achieve their best and attain their highest.
Who are we?
We have 5 full-time members of the Department – and we are all passionate about our two subjects:
What courses do we offer?
In S1 and S2, all students will visit the department for two periods per week: we spend half the year on the History topics; and half on the Modern Studies topics.
In S3 every student will have the opportunity to choose up to 3 Social Studies subjects. Each S3 student has 3 periods per week of their Social Studies classes. We have ensured that our S3 courses provide a solid foundation for further study in S4 by establishing the required skills and knowledge for successful progression to National courses and beyond.
Broad General Education (S1-S3)
Through our understanding of the past in History; and our understanding of the present in Modern Studies; we are better prepared for the present and the future.
We aim to provide all our students with rich and varied experiences in History and Modern Studies that enhance our understanding of the world. We work together to ensure that every student has an equal opportunity to achieve their best and attain their highest.
Who are we?
We have 5 full-time members of the Department – and we are all passionate about our two subjects:
- Mr Morton (PT)
- Dr. MacKenzie
- Mr Harris
- Mr Moncrieff
- Miss K McClymont
What courses do we offer?
In S1 and S2, all students will visit the department for two periods per week: we spend half the year on the History topics; and half on the Modern Studies topics.
In S3 every student will have the opportunity to choose up to 3 Social Studies subjects. Each S3 student has 3 periods per week of their Social Studies classes. We have ensured that our S3 courses provide a solid foundation for further study in S4 by establishing the required skills and knowledge for successful progression to National courses and beyond.
Broad General Education (S1-S3)
Senior Phase (S4 – S6)
In Senior Phase students can opt to progress through the History and Modern Studies National courses at the appropriate level. For most pupils this will mean National 5 in S4; New Higher in S5; and the opportunity for Advanced Higher in S6. In the senior phase we build on previous knowledge as well as introducing new content to offer a broad understanding of our subjects.
In Senior Phase students can opt to progress through the History and Modern Studies National courses at the appropriate level. For most pupils this will mean National 5 in S4; New Higher in S5; and the opportunity for Advanced Higher in S6. In the senior phase we build on previous knowledge as well as introducing new content to offer a broad understanding of our subjects.
Future prospects
Both History and Modern Studies provide pupils with essential skills for further learning or the world of work. The study of either subject will help to develop the following transferable skills:
For information on where a qualification in History or Modern Studies can take you please see:
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/options_with_your_subject.htm
For more information on courses click HERE
Both History and Modern Studies provide pupils with essential skills for further learning or the world of work. The study of either subject will help to develop the following transferable skills:
- critical reasoning and analytical skills, including the capacity for solving problems and thinking creatively;
- intellectual rigour and independence, including the ability to conduct detailed research;
- ability to construct an argument and communicate findings in a clear and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing;
- ability to work without direct supervision and manage time and priorities effectively;
- ability to discuss ideas in groups, and to negotiate, question and summarise;
- capacity to think objectively and approach problems and new situations with an open mind;
- appreciation of the different factors that influence the activities of groups and individuals in society.
For information on where a qualification in History or Modern Studies can take you please see:
http://www.prospects.ac.uk/options_with_your_subject.htm
For more information on courses click HERE
