A-level History
How do those in power create and exploit divisions between groups of people? How far have those divisions defined the world around us? If you want to find out answers to these questions, you should take our History A Level.
Course Overview
Taking History at A Level will build on the work from GCSE and deepen your understanding of Britain and the wider world. Having studied Elizabeth I, you will learn how her successors brought England and Scotland together before splitting it apart in the English Civil War. Broadening your knowledge of the Cold War, you will see the problems Germany has faced in the 20th Century, from recovery after World War I, life under Nazi rule, and the difference of life in East and West Germany during the Cold War.
In Year 13, you will focus on Britain’s complicated relationship with Ireland, going from a semi-independent colony, to a full part of the United Kingdom, to separation and eventual independence once more. You will also undertake a coursework project of your choice linked to your studies on Germany between 1919-1963.
Entrance Requirements
To study A Level History, students must obtain a Grade 5 or above in GCSE History, preferably a Grade 6 or higher.
If students did not study GCSE History, a Grade 5 or above must be obtained in GCSE Geography.
As with all A Level subjects, students must be prepared to carry out a considerable amount of private study and attend support sessions when appropriate.
Awarding Body
OCR
Assessment
Unit 1 – Written Exam: 1 hour 30 minutes (25%)
Unit 2 – Written Exam: 1 hour (15%)
Unit 3 – Written Exam: 2 hours 30 minutes (40%)
Non-exam assessment: Topic-based essay (20%)