Course information
History
St Aloysius RC College - Islington
02075617800
Hornsey Lane, Highgate, London, N6 5LY
Course summary

This award is a two year A Level qualification. Component 1 The USA in the 19th century, 1803-1890 Component 2 The Early Stuarts and the origins of the English Civil War. 1603-1660 Component 3 The Challenge of German nationalism: 1789-1919 Component 4 Coursework – Napoleon Content Component 1 Includes: Westward Expansion and it’s impact, The destruction of Native American Society, The causes of the American Civil War and the nature and course of the American Civil War. Component 2 Includes: The Kingship of James 1, the growth of discontent with Charles 1 and the causes of the English Civil War. A depth study o the role of Cromwell and his rule. Component 3 Includes: An investigation and study of the development of German nationalism and the Unification of Germany. It will include a study of key figures, Metternich, Bismarck and Kaiser Wilhelm 11, as well as a thematic approach to the unification of Germany. There are three depth studies across the period with a focus on historians interpretations. Component 4 Includes: An independent study of a feature of Napoleon’s rule 1799 -1815, to be completed in Year 13.

Entry requirements

6 in History Additional Information- If not studied before a 5 in English(Literature or Language) will be required. https://www.islington.gov.uk/-/media/sharepoint-lists/public-records/schools/information/adviceandguidance/20222023/st-aloysius-college-determined-admission-arrangements-20232024ac.pdf

How you'll be assessed

Component 1: Paper 1 - 1 Hour exam, 15% of total A Level Component 2: Paper 2 - 1.30 hour exam, includes Enquiry unit : The Execution of Charles 1 and the Interregnum 1646-1660 25% of Total A level Component 3: Paper 3 - Thematic study and historical Interpretations, 2.30 hour exam 40% of total A Level Component 4: Historical Enquiry (Coursework) - 4,000 words. 20% of A Level marks

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityIslington
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeBoys
AddressHornsey Lane, Highgate, London, N6 5LY