GCSE History
This course will be suitable for all students who have a real interest in the subject and who have shown understanding and ability during their studies in Years 7, 8 and 9. The course will be taught using a variety of techniques including role play and groupwork. It includes student conferences and a visit to the First World War battlefields of the Somme in France and Ypres in Belgium.
The course is designed to enable students to further their knowledge of the world in which they live. In particular, the study will focus upon world events, why they happened and how their consequences still affect the world as it is today. These events include: The First World War 1914-1918; Germany and the rise of Hitler 1919-1945; and Britain in the early 20th Century. You will also study international relations since the Second World War which include: the Cold War; the Cuban missile crisis and the Vietnam War.
The course is supported by up to date textbooks, video programmes and CD ROMs as well as the visits already mentioned.
Directio
ns at Post 16
‘A’ Level History examines some aspects of Key Stage 4 work in much greater depth, for example - Nazi Germany. However, some new topics such as International relations before World War 1, British politics, and events leading up to the Russian Revolution are included to add to students’ knowledge of the 20th century. Skills such as source analysis and essay writing are also expanded.
Routes after Post 16
A Degree in History can stand on its own or can be combined with a number of other subjects, for example foreign languages and English. ‘A’ Level History can take you into many other degree courses from Law to Economics and is regarded by the universities as a sound basis for higher education.
Please contact Mrs Wardell for further information.