Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) challenges students to develop a strong work ethic and to value lifelong learning, empathy and informed citizenship. HSIE offers Geography, History, Commerce, Work Education and Aboriginal Studies, Ancient History, Modern History, Business Studies, Economics, Legal Studies, and Society and Culture. Excursions consistently offered are Sydney Jewish Museum, Sydney University HTA lectures, The Nicholson Museum, Sydney University, The Museum of Ancient Cultures, Macquarie University, The Australian War Memorial, Canberra, Surf Beach, Bateman's Bay, Canberra Mosque, three overseas excursions have been organised over the past 8 years which have catered to students studying Ancient and Modern History in Stage 6.