Course Summary
History is a well-respected academic course and can facilitate access to some of the top ranked universities. You enjoy analysing the past and looking at key individuals and key events. You are an analytical individual who likes to debate and create well substantiated arguments. You will learn independent research skills during the non-examined unit which will be invaluable for university and further study
Course Details
The AQA history course enables students to study British and world history from different time periods, as well as aiming to develop key historical skills. The course is well structured and is split into three units. The first unit looks at a period of history across a substantial time frame and explores the Tudors from Henry VII right through to Elizabeth I. The second unit looks at a period in depth and focuses on Weimar and Nazi Germany, 1918-1945. The final unit is a non-examined piece of extended writing (coursework). Students will choose a question, from a selection, on the topic of Black American Civil Rights, 1863-1968. The course also focuses on the development of extended writing skills such as analysing cause and consequence, reaching substantiated and well supported judgements and considering the role of key events and key individuals in changing and shaping the past. Students will also be expected to analyse and evaluate both contemporary sources and the interpretations of different historians.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
You will develop your knowledge and understanding through a combination of theory based sessions in the classroom and independent project research.
Assessment:
Unit 1: Breadth study: The Tudors. The exam makes up 40% of the A Level and candidates answer 2 essay questions from a choice of 3 and a compulsory question looking at historical interpretations.
Unit 2: Depth study: Germany 1918-1945. The exam makes up 40% of the A Level and candidates answer 2 essay questions from a choice of 3 and a compulsory question looking at historical sources.
Unit 3: Non-examined unit (coursework). This makes up 20% of the final mark. Students research a topic and then complete a 4500 word extended piece of writing. Marked by teachers and moderated by AQA.
Entry requirements
To study A Level courses you'll need:�5 GCSEs at 9-5 plus Grade 5 in all subjects you wish to study at A Level.
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