History

Course summary

Studying A-Level History not only helps improve your knowledge of the past, but it also helps you gain skills that are invaluable in many jobs. Some of these skills include analysing, researching, communication and problem-solving. You’ll also gain the ability to prioritise information and learn how to make vital decisions. This helps you to build an important skill-set needed for progression into university or a career. You will learn about; The quest for political stability: Germany, 1871–1991 How was Germany governed and how did political authority change and develop? How effective was opposition? How and with what results did the economy develop and change? What was the extent of social and cultural change? How important were ideas and ideology? How important was the role of key individuals and groups and how were they affected by developments? Royal Authority and the Angevin Kings, 1154–1216 Restoration of royal power under Henry II Challenges facing Henry II and how he overcame them The success and failure of King Richard and John in maintaining the Angevin Empire