History

Why choose this subject?

If you find the most interesting things in the world are the thoughts and actions of people in it, then History is for you. By developing your powers of analysis and reasoning you will be preparing yourself for your place in the modern world. You will handle information critically, interpret a wide range of evidence and bring perception to the motives that drive people.

Entry requirements: 'B' in History and grade 6 in English Language GCSE

Combine this course with: English Literature, Law, Maths, Computing, a Language, Economics, Media Studies.

Essential if you go on to: Law, Journalism, Management or Teaching.

Course Description

We study AQA GCE History

The course is assessed in 3 components, taught across 2 years. Component 1 is a Breadth Study assessed by a written paper worth 40%. Component two is a Depth Study assessed through a written paper worth 40%. Finally students also complete a coursework unit in Year 13, worth 20%, in which pupils complete an independent historical investigation (3,500 – 4000 word essay)

The Breadth study is designed to allow pupils to study in breadth issues of change, continuity, cause and consequence across 100 years of history. The Depth study allows pupils to study a period of major change in depth, focusing on events, ideas and developments.

Year 12Russia in the Age of Absolutism and Enlightenment 1682-1796

The Making of Modern Britain, 1951-2007

Year 13

Russia in the Age of Absolutism and Enlightenment 1682-1796

The Making of Modern Britain, 1951-2007

The Making of Modern China, 1840-1949

Study Materials

Peter the Great, John Swiift, Access to History in depth

British society since 1945: A. Marwick: Penguin

Wild Swans: Jung Chang: Harper Collins

Students develop an understanding and a sound knowledge of modern British and Chinese History. They consider the nature of historical sources and the methods used by historians. Students also develop a familiarity with differing interpretations of particular historical problems.

Module 3: The making of Modern Britain 1951-2007Module 4: History Enquiry – Chinese history 1840-1949

The course is assessed through one examination paper. That is worth 60% of the total A2 mark. Module 4 is a historical enquiry undertaken by students which is worth 40% of the total A2 mark