A Level History

Course summary

Breadth Paper 1 1C The Tudors: England, 1485–1603 Depth Study Paper 2 2N Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia and the Soviet Union, 1917–1953 Coursework: The Struggle for Independence in Vietnam (Topic based essay) Assessment procedures: Breadth Paper 1 1C The Tudors: England, 1485–1603 Assessed • written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes • Two questions (one compulsory) • 50 marks 40% Depth Study Paper 2 2N Revolution and Dictatorship: Russia and the Soviet Union, 1917–1953 Assessed • written exam: 1 hour 30 minutes • Two questions (one compulsory) • 50 marks 40% A level only Coursework: Unit 4 is a Personal Enquiry task resulting in an assessed 3000-4000 word assignment completed in the Spring term (20% of A Level) Qualities and skills essential for studying History: • Written and verbal communication skills • Powers of comprehension, research, analysis and synthesis • Ability to read and explore a range of challenging materials • Historical knowledge and understanding (in depth and breadth) • Investigative and research skills • The ability to think independently and creatively about an issue