History
Course summary
Global history is filled with the fascinating, the gory, the unbelievable and the unthinkable. In this course you’ll look back at some of the major events and personalities which helped to shape the world we know today. You’ll analyse sources, and debate and discuss them with your fellow course mates. This course is perfect for people who enjoy finding out more about the past and are interested in how global societies have changed and evolved over the centuries. This subject builds on the skills and knowledge you gained at school. Topics include: - A Breadth Study: Tsarist and Communist Russia, 1855-1964 (1855-1917 for AS Level) - A Depth Study: The English Revolution, 1625-1660 (1625-1642 for AS Level). - Both topics are assessed by exams which are made up of a combination of source-based questions and essays. You will also undertake a historical investigation into any aspect of history that interests you, which carries 20% of the overall A Level marks. You will study this course alongside 2 or 3 other A Levels and you will be able to select your chosen subjects when you apply online. Depending on your interests and your intended career, a history A Level could be combined with Politics, Sociology, Geography, Law, Philosophy or Economics to provide you with a solid foundation for a careers in international relations, international development, humanitarian organisations, politics, economics, social science and much more. A history A Level will particularly develop your communications and debate skills, analytical skills, writing skills and of course will offer you a developed insight into the world around us and the challenges we face.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
History | Grade 5 in History | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
English Literature | Grade 5 in English Literature | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
- To study 3 A Levels you’ll need at least 5 GCSE’s at grades 9-4 including GCSE English at grade 5 or above and Maths at grade 4 or above, as well as GCSE History at grade 5 or above - To study 4 A Levels you’ll need at least 6 GCSE’s at grades 9-6 including GCSE English at grade 5 or above and Maths at grade 4 or above, as well as GCSE History at grade 5 or above
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Assessment
You’ll undertake examinations and coursework: A Level: two 150 minute exam papers, each worth 40% of the marks; and a 3,000-3,500 word historical investigation worth 20% of the marks.
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