Course information
History
Bishop Stopford's School - Enfield
02088041906
Brick Lane, Enfield, EN1 3PU
Course summary

What will I learn? History teaches us to ask two very important questions: why and how. This is key to sharpening your thinking abilities, which combine the following skills: Analysis, Research, Essay writing, Communication, Problem solving and Argumentation. In the wentieth century, liberal democracies came under increasing challenge from both within and without. The options in Route H allow students to understand the nature, and effectiveness, of the response to these challenges. Studying two different countries allows students to develop a greater understanding of the challenges experienced by Britain and the USA, and of the contrasts and similarities in the responses.

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in GCSE History, you will also ideally have Grade 6 in GCSE English (either Language or Literature 7 GCSE’s at Grade 5, these must include Mathematics and either English Language or English Literature.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 Britain transformed, 2hrs 15 min 30% of final grade Paper 2 The USA 1955—92 1 hr 30 min 20% of final grade Paper 3 Rebellion & Disorder under the Tudors 2hrs 15 in 30% of final grade Coursework—20% of final grade -Students will complete an individual assignment on a question set by the centre. The assignment will assess the ability to carry out a historical enquiry, analysing and evaluating historical interpretations, and organising and communicating the findings.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityEnfield
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressBrick Lane, Enfield, EN1 3PU