Course information
History (A Level)
The Downs School - West Berkshire
01635270000
Manor Crescent, Compton, Newbury, RG20 6AD
Course summary

A Level History will provide students with well-founded analytical understanding of change, continuity, cause, consequence and chronology. Looking at different time periods will encourage students to be able to draw parallels with historical periods and motivators behind human behaviours and events. The course is made up of four core modules, three of which will be examined. Students will study the Making of Modern Britain, the American Revolution and Russia and its rulers. There will be a fourth coursework module where students will choose an investigation question on a range of topics.

Entry requirements

GCSE History grade 5 or above. If History has not been studied, students require grade 5 or above in GCSE English.

How you'll be assessed

Students will be assessed at the end of Year Thirteen in three examinations on each of the topics and will also complete their individual study. There will be regular assessments in school in order to measure progress and ensure that students are prepared for their final exams.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Berkshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressManor Crescent, Compton, Newbury, RG20 6AD