The ancient to the modern world

Overview

• Key features of the medieval world (feudalism, trade routes, voyages of discovery, contact and conflict) (ACOKH009)

Depth study 1: Investigating medieval Europe (c. 590 – c. 1500)

The way of life in medieval Europe (e.g. social, cultural, economic and political features) and the roles and relationships of different groups in society (ACDSEH008)

Significant developments and/or cultural achievements, such as changing relations between Islam and the West (including the Crusades), architecture, medieval manuscripts and music (ACDSEH050)

Continuity and change in society in one of the following areas: crime and punishment; military and defence systems; towns, cities and commerce (ACDSEH051)

The role of significant individuals in the medieval period (e.g. Charlemagne) (ACDSEH052)

Depth study 2: Investigating the Black Death in Asia, Europe and Africa (14th century plague)

Living conditions and religious beliefs in the 14th century, including life expectancy, medical knowledge and beliefs about the power of God (ACDSEH015)

The role of expanding trade between Europe and Asia during the Black Death, including the origin and spread of the disease (ACDSEH069)

The causes and symptoms of the Black Death and the responses of different groups in society to the spread of the disease, such as the flagellants and monasteries (ACDSEH070)

The effects of the Black Death on Asian, European and African populations, and conflicting theories about the impact of the plague (ACDSEH071)