Exam Board: EDEXCEL
Course Outline
History will encourage and develop your interest in and enthusiasm for History, providing you with an understanding of its intrinsic value and significance. You will acquire an understanding of changes in society across social, cultural, religious and ethnic diversity through the study of aspects of British and non-British history. Studying History at A-level will engage students with a range of interpretations and provide support to approach these with critical analysis. This will build on your understanding of the past and will improve you as an effective and independent learner as well as a critical and reflective thinker. You will be expected to ask relevant and significant questions about the past and develop your research skills to complete tasks. You will also demonstrate your understanding of the past through explanation and analysis, developing high order skills such as synthesis, change and continuity. History is interesting and fascinating; you will enjoy the diversity and challenge of this subject.
Assessment and Examinations
- Paper 1 Exam, Breadth study with interpretations: In search of the American Dream: the USA, C1917–96. 30% of the total qualification.
- Paper 2 Exam, Depth study India, c1914–48: the road to independence. 20% of the total qualification.
- Paper 3 Exam, Themes in breadth with aspects in depth. Protest, agitation and parliamentary reform in Britain, c1780–192.8 30% of the total qualification.
Coursework 20% of the total qualification.
Future Prospects
Knowledge of history is vital for a career in politics, local government, law, archaeology or the media. The research skills you will develop can be transferred to a variety of different careers and job types.
University-level study is a common route for those with an A-level in history, such as degrees in Journalism, Media and Communication, International StudiesaAnd Art History. Many students have left CoLHG at the end of Year 13 to study History at university, including York and Birmingham.
History also combines well with Government and Politics, Business studies, English language, English Literature, Film studies, Geography, Law, Media studies, Psychology and Sociology.
A combination of subjects with History can lead to university degree courses in areas such as Criminology, Psychology, Sociology, Medicine, Forensic Science, Teacher Training, Law, Nursing and Social Work.