Year 9
Topics Covered
Term 1
Why did WWI start?
The long and short term causes of WWI
Did the reality of the First World War match the expectations of the soldiers?
A study of the trench warfare, conscription, conscientious objectors and remembrance.
Term 2
What was life like in Nazi Germany?
The lasting impact of WWI.(Challenges facing Europe). Especially Germany in the inter war years.
An indepth study of the Holocaust.
Term 3
Is anything acceptable to win a war?
A study of the significant events during WWII – Pearl Harbour, Dunkirk, Battle of Britain, Stalingrad, the dropping of the atomic bomb.
What contribution did the ancient civilisations make to medicine?
Students will study the follow topics – Supernatural v natural remedies. The role of government and religion. With a focus on Egypt, Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome.
Assessment Information
The students will be assessed on their Historical skills; historical interpretation, using evidence, causation and historical significance at different points during the year. Each unit has at least one formal assessment as well as on-going assessment within lessons
