In human society and its environment (HSIE), both subjects of history and geography are mandatory from Kindergarten to Year 10.
Students learn specific historical and geographical concepts and skills in history and geography. They also have an opportunity to learn more about people and the societies and environments in which they live through elective subjects in Years 7 to 10 (Stages 4 to 5).
A large number of individual subjects make up the key learning area of HSIE in which students:
- research, gather and analyse information
- question and make judgements
- write for a variety of purposes.
In Year 11 and 12, students can choose from a range of HSIE courses. These include:
- Aboriginal Studies
- Ancient History
- Business Studies
- Economics
- Geography
- History Extension
- Legal Studies
- Modern History
- Society and Culture
- Studies of Religion.
HSIE + LoTE
Lurnea High's HSIE and LoTE Faculty is a vibrant and enthusiastic group of educators whose skills and experiences cater for the variety of needs present in our classes. We provide a wide variety of expertise in Geography, Commerce, Business Studies, Legal Studies, Agriculture, Japanese and Drama.
The faculty is also involved in numerous other extra-curricular endeavours including year advising, basketball coaching, rugby league coaching, and Manga (Japanese) club. We are conscious of our responsibility to help educate safe, respected and connected learners, and will work hard to assist your child's progress at Lurnea High School.
Subjects offered include:
Stage 4 mandatory – 7 Geography (via Integrated Learning), 8 Geography, 8 LoTE
Stage 5 mandatory – 9 Geography, 10 Geography,
Stage 5 electives – Commerce, Agriculture, Japanese, Drama
Stage 6 electives – Business Studies, Legal Studies, Senior Geography, Japanese