A Level builds on the historical thinking skills developed from Key Stage 3, for example causation, evaluating primary evidence and evaluating interpretations. YEAR 12 • England, 1445-1509: Lancastrians, Yorkists and Henry VII • International Relations 1890-1941 YEAR 13 • Investigation/topic based essay • Civil Rights in the USA 1865-1992 Skills that will be developed • Knowledge and understanding • Research skills • Critical thinking • Analytical and evaluative reasoning • Extended writing • Source work • Empathy Post 18 opportunities History is a subject which is highly regarded by universities, not only for its content and ability to develop a student’s capacity for knowledge but also the skills required to study it at an advanced level. Students who successfully complete the subject at A Level demonstrate enhanced understanding of causal and consequential factors and show a higher ability of independent research skills as well as increased empathy. These are all assets when universities are completing their selection process. Destinations of students in the last two years: Oxford University – History Birmingham University – History Bristol University – History Cardiff University – History Sussex University – Law Expenses Students will be expected to purchase their own course textbooks. Some students also purchase additional reference material for the coursework unit and are given an extended reading list in their course guide. We have our library as well as links to Reading University Library.
4+ in History and 5+ in English
ASSESSMENT Students will take three written examinations: • British Paper – 25% • International Relations in the 20th Century – 15% • Civil Rights in the USA 1865-1992 – 40% • Coursework – 20%
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Reading |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Surley Row, Emmer Green, Reading, RG4 8LR |
A Level builds on the historical thinking skills developed from Key Stage 3, for example causation, evaluating primary evidence and evaluating interpretations. YEAR 12 • England, 1445-1509: Lancastrians, Yorkists and Henry VII • International Relations 1890-1941 YEAR 13 • Investigation/topic based essay • Civil Rights in the USA 1865-1992 Skills that will be developed • Knowledge and understanding • Research skills • Critical thinking • Analytical and evaluative reasoning • Extended writing • Source work • Empathy Post 18 opportunities History is a subject which is highly regarded by universities, not only for its content and ability to develop a student’s capacity for knowledge but also the skills required to study it at an advanced level. Students who successfully complete the subject at A Level demonstrate enhanced understanding of causal and consequential factors and show a higher ability of independent research skills as well as increased empathy. These are all assets when universities are completing their selection process. Destinations of students in the last two years: Oxford University – History Birmingham University – History Bristol University – History Cardiff University – History Sussex University – Law Expenses Students will be expected to purchase their own course textbooks. Some students also purchase additional reference material for the coursework unit and are given an extended reading list in their course guide. We have our library as well as links to Reading University Library.
4+ in History and 5+ in English
ASSESSMENT Students will take three written examinations: • British Paper – 25% • International Relations in the 20th Century – 15% • Civil Rights in the USA 1865-1992 – 40% • Coursework – 20%
