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History
Entry Requirements
Students should have at least a grade 6 in GCSE History if taken, otherwise grade 6 in English Language or Literature.
Course Content
The History course is a fascinating, balanced mix of early modern and modern history. The course components allow students to consider and compare themes such as the role of ideas and individuals causing change in the structures of power and the suppression of opposition. We challenge and encourage students to develop a passion and enthusiasm for the topics studied. History is taught in an active and inspiring way making wide use of documentary evidence including books, film, propaganda posters, speeches and visual sources. We encourage a high level of student participation, and we value the importance of class discussion and debate. Pupils are supported to become independent thinkers and to develop judgements based on strong historical evidence. Studying History allows pupils to develop transferable skills including interpretation and analysis that can then be used in a huge variety of future endeavours from university to the workplace.
Specification
Assessment
| A Level Units in Year 13 | % of A Level |
|---|---|
| Breadth Study: Stuart Britain and the Crisis of Monarchy 1603-1702 | 40% |
| Depth Study: Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia and the Soviet Union 1917-1953 | 40% |
| Component 3 NEA (Non Examined Assessment): Students study key aspects and themes of German history in the 19th and 20th century, including World War Two and the Holocaust to produce a 4000 word essay of their choosing | 20% |
Careers
History is a highly revered and academic A Level. It is a versatile subject that opens doors to a variety of careers and higher education courses, including Law and Journalism. It also complements a wide range of A-level subjects, including Politics and English.
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