The History Department aims to make learning enjoyable. The Department has 3 staff members, Mrs Gillan (Head of Department), Ms McGuigan and Mr Keegan. We work together to bring History to life for all of our students. We use a wide variety of learning techniques to help you to reach your full potential. We also try to take learning outside of the classroom and run a variety of History trips each year.
Let us inspire you………
Can you see yourself as William the Conqueror in 1066, defeating your enemy at the Battle of Hastings?
Can you use the internet to find out about Martin Luther King?
Are you a budding artist who could use their skills to illustrate the Plantation of Ulster?
Perhaps you can inspire people through the power of speech, just like Michael Collins.
Whatever your talent, we will help you to get the most out of your History lessons in St. Brigid’s!
We’ll help you to SAIL through History!
History topics for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4
Key Stage 3
Pupils will have the opportunity to develop an understanding of important aspects of culture, economy, politics and society of Ireland in the context of Britain and Europe and the wider world from the early Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Study units:
1. The Normans and the Medieval World.
2. Rivalry and Conflict.
3. Black Peoples of the Americas.
4. Union to Partition.
5. The World at War.
6. The Twentieth Century World.
Key Stage 4
Pupils in Years 11 and 12 study two topics for their GCSE exam. They also complete one piece of Controlled Assessment.
PAPER 1: Medicine ThroughTime
PAPER 2: Nazi Germany
Controlled Assessment:
Carrickfergus castle
Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance
Our aim within the History Department is to ensure that our learners understand the value the subject has in preparation for working life. We have incorporated lessons which help our students to:
• identify their skills and qualities
• show them how History can enhance their skills base
• seek out opportunities for progression Post 16
• speak to people who have made a career using History
We want our students to leave with a better understanding of how History can be a valuable addition to their qualifications portfolio.
