07 Entrepreneurial Learning

Year 7: Full Year / 2 Semesters / Humanities

Australian Curriculum Website:  https://v9.australiancurriculum.edu.au/f-10-curriculum/learning-areas/civics-and-citizenship-7-10_economics-and-business-7-10_geography-7-10_history-7-10/year-7

Pre-Requisite: Year 6 students wishing to enter the Entrepreneurial Learning stream are required to apply for the Special Entry Pathway. For more information, refer to website

 

SUBJECT OVERVIEW

Year 7 Humanities Curriculum is based on 4 strands from the Australian Curriculum:

History

The Year 7 curriculum provides a study of history from the time of the earliest human communities to the end of the ancient period, approximately 60 000 BC (BCE) - c.650 AD (CE).  The study of the ancient world includes the discoveries and the mysteries of this period of history, in a range of societies in places including Australia, Egypt, Greece, Rome, India and China.

Topics may include:

  • Deep history of Australia
  • Sources Analysis
  • Individual inquiry on an ancient civilisation

Geography

‘Water in the world,’ focuses on the interconnections between water, place and people.

'Place and liveability,' focuses on decisions people make about where to live including perceptions of liveability of places. 

Topics may include:

  • Water as a resource
  • Liveability factors
  • Liveability in the Adelaide Hills

Civics and Citizenship

The year 7 curriculum provides a study of the responsibilities and freedoms of citizens and how Australians can actively participate in their democracy. Students consider how laws are made and the types of laws used in Australia. Students also examine the concepts of identity and diversity in Australia. 

Topics may include:

  • Being an Entrepreneur in a democratic society

Economics and Business

The year 7 curriculum gives students the opportunity to further develop their understanding of economics and business concepts within Australia.

Students develop entrepreneurial mindsets by Finding Opportunities, Learning by Doing and Making it Happen in a range of Humanities topics. By establishing these capabilities, students cultivate their critical, creative and innovative thinking skills.

Topics may include:

  • Young Change Agents: Explorer Program
  • Innovate to Elevate
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ASSESSMENT

Students are assessed against the Australian Curriculum Achievement Standards.

Additional Information

This course includes the 3-day Peace by Piece camp. 

Last updated: July 2025