Choosing this Course History is an exciting and stimulating subject which gives you the chance to develop a variety of skills including analysis, reasoning and communication. You will need to be able to study independently and as part of a group. Good reading and writing skills are essential. Course Content Year 1 The first year focuses on the common theme of a search for rights, freedoms and greater equality during the twentieth century. In the USA, the quest for political, social and economic advancement mainly looked to reform existing structures. In South Africa, this quest led to more radical outcomes, leading to the apartheid regime. Studying two different countries allows you to develop a greater understanding of both similarities and differences in the search for greater rights, freedoms and equality in the twentieth-century world. Year 2 You will study a volatile and important part of the evolution of modern democracy in Britain 1780-1928. The topic addresses the ways in which protest and agitation can bring about change, whilst at the same time giving you the opportunity to explore whether or not change would have come about without protest. You focus on the ultimate power of the state and so on the importance of governance being with the consent of all the people. You will also write a piece of coursework. Most students study the Unification of Italy in the 1860s, but there is an option for more able students to pick their own topic. Up until 1860 Italy was a collection of independent states, but in 1860 these states unified to form the country of Italy. What factors made this happen and what historical research has been done on the subject? Assessment • Paper 1: In search of the American Dream: USA, c1917–96. 2h 15min exam focusing on essay writing and analysing interpretations of historians. • Paper 2: South Africa, 1948–94: from apartheid state to ‘rainbow nation’. 1h 30min exam focusing on essay writing and analysing primary sources in History. • Paper 3: Protest, agitation and parliamentary reform in Britain, c1780–1928. 2h 15min exam focusing on essay writing and analysing primary sources in History. • Coursework: 4000 word essay on Italian Unification, focusing on extended writing skills and analysing interpretations of historians. Career Opportunities Many students continue their studies at degree Level at University. History is a very academic and highly respected subject which teaches a variety of skills that will be good for further study or in work. Possible careers include Advertising, Broadcasting, Journalism, Law, Marketing, The Police Force, Public Relations and Teaching.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Sutton Common Road, Sutton, SM3 9PS |
Choosing this Course History is an exciting and stimulating subject which gives you the chance to develop a variety of skills including analysis, reasoning and communication. You will need to be able to study independently and as part of a group. Good reading and writing skills are essential. Course Content Year 1 The first year focuses on the common theme of a search for rights, freedoms and greater equality during the twentieth century. In the USA, the quest for political, social and economic advancement mainly looked to reform existing structures. In South Africa, this quest led to more radical outcomes, leading to the apartheid regime. Studying two different countries allows you to develop a greater understanding of both similarities and differences in the search for greater rights, freedoms and equality in the twentieth-century world. Year 2 You will study a volatile and important part of the evolution of modern democracy in Britain 1780-1928. The topic addresses the ways in which protest and agitation can bring about change, whilst at the same time giving you the opportunity to explore whether or not change would have come about without protest. You focus on the ultimate power of the state and so on the importance of governance being with the consent of all the people. You will also write a piece of coursework. Most students study the Unification of Italy in the 1860s, but there is an option for more able students to pick their own topic. Up until 1860 Italy was a collection of independent states, but in 1860 these states unified to form the country of Italy. What factors made this happen and what historical research has been done on the subject? Assessment • Paper 1: In search of the American Dream: USA, c1917–96. 2h 15min exam focusing on essay writing and analysing interpretations of historians. • Paper 2: South Africa, 1948–94: from apartheid state to ‘rainbow nation’. 1h 30min exam focusing on essay writing and analysing primary sources in History. • Paper 3: Protest, agitation and parliamentary reform in Britain, c1780–1928. 2h 15min exam focusing on essay writing and analysing primary sources in History. • Coursework: 4000 word essay on Italian Unification, focusing on extended writing skills and analysing interpretations of historians. Career Opportunities Many students continue their studies at degree Level at University. History is a very academic and highly respected subject which teaches a variety of skills that will be good for further study or in work. Possible careers include Advertising, Broadcasting, Journalism, Law, Marketing, The Police Force, Public Relations and Teaching.
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