The Humanities are a group of Subjects dedicated to understanding the functions and actions of societies past, present and future. We also peer into the natural world, and seek to understand our place within it.
In the Humanities, we aim to foster a critical and questioning mind, analytical and evaluative skills, and the literacy used to convey our ideas and arguments.
Students who undertake the Humanities in its various forms study the Human and Natural environments, the Historical movements and decisions of people long gone, and critique our recent history so as to best see where we can go in our future.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why study the past, it's gone already?
By understanding which train line you've hopped on, we can best point you to your intended destination, or help you find where you've come from.
Where can studying the Humanities get me?
Apart from the direct links to careers, the skills harnessed allow for its students to employ what is learned to any adult careers. We write in an argumentative and informed ways, research whilst understanding biases, and apply reason when presenting positions, so that when we reach adulthood, we are able to understand why we believe what we do, discern fact from propaganda, and understand the perspectives of others.
Mr Simon Krarup
Head of Department Humanities & Business
07 3881 4741