Homeschool → Australia → Year 10 → History
Year 10 history
In Year 10, learners study the modern world and Australia from 1918 to the present. They investigate World War II and Australia's role in it, the struggle for rights and freedoms by First Nations Australians and others, and significant post-war developments such as the environment movement, migration and the Cold War, developing skills in evaluating interpretations and constructing evidence-based arguments.
Awaiting educator review. This material was drafted by our content team with AI assistance and is waiting for review by a qualified educator. Please check it suits your child before using it. Created 10 October 2026.
Historical knowledge and understanding
- Australia and World War IIFull lesson · 55 minLearners examine the causes of World War II, Australian involvement in Europe, North Africa and the Pacific, the threat to Australia and the impact on the home front.
- Rights and freedoms: First Nations civil rightsFull lesson · 55 minLearners investigate the struggle for rights and freedoms by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples from 1938 to the present, including key campaigns, people and legal milestones.
- The environment movementTopic outlineLearners investigate the growth of environmental awareness in Australia since the 1960s, including campaigns such as the Franklin Dam and the roles of First Nations land management.
- Post-war migration and multiculturalismTopic outlineLearners examine post-war migration programs, the end of the White Australia policy and the development of multiculturalism.
- The Cold War and AustraliaTopic outlineLearners explore Australia's role in the Cold War, including the Korean and Vietnam wars, and debates about involvement at home.