History is a subject that teaches pupils about events in the past, which have shaped the world we live in now. When you're trying to make sense of the world it helps to have an awareness of problems in the past. Terrorism, economic crises, racism, sexism, bigotry and genocide are not modern day inventions; they have existed worldwide for centuries. When we look at these problems, as they existed in the past, we can understand them better when they happen in our time.
A good pass grade in History can lead to careers in areas such as: Journalism, Law, Healthcare, Business / Finance and Teaching
Pupils who studied History have gained work in a wide variety of fields. Examples include: Marketing, I.T., Armed forces, Engineering, Hospitality / Catering, Creative arts, Childcare
In the History Department, pupils engage in a wide variety of activities, such as:
- Writing notes in jotters
- Watching educational DVDs
- Carrying out research
- Working in groups
- Designing power-points
- Using fun interactive websites
- Role-play exercises
- Class debates
- Practicing past papers
In the History Department, we teach the following:
S1-S2 Social Studies
In S1 and S2, pupils follow a general Social Studies course which contains topics from Geography, History and Modern Studies. History features in the S1 course with units about Celts and Romans, whilst the S2 course covers The Atlantic Slave Trade and The Russian Revolution.
S3 History
Information on the S3 History Course can be found in our Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window) in the Social Studies section.
National 4 History
Information on the National 4 History Course can be found in our Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window) in the Social Studies section.
National 5 History
Information on the National 5 History Course can be found in our Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window) in the Social Studies section.
Higher History
Information on the Higher History Course can be found in our Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window) in the Social Studies section.
Advanced Higher History
Information on the Advanced Higher History Course can be found in our Whitburn Academy Learner Pathways Booklet 2024-25 (PDF) [2MB] (opens new window) in the Social Studies section.
