This course would be suitable for students with a love of history. You do not necessarily need to have studied history at GCSE, you will just need high-level literacy skills as you will need to be able to read and write complex and lengthy texts. You will love this course if you enjoy understanding people and events from the past and debating issues using evidence and interpretations.
• 5+ GCSEs at grades 9-4 including a strong pass (grade 5) in English and maths • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. * The option to take 4 A’ Level courses will be made only in exceptional circumstances.
Each unit is externally assessed at the end of Year 13. • Paper 1 – The Tudors: England, 1485 -1603 Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes. 80 marks. 40% of A Level • Paper 2 – The American Dream: Reality and Illusion 1945 -1980 Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes. 80 marks. 40% of A Level • Historical Investigation: Independent Coursework 3500–4500 word coursework. Marked by teachers. 40 marks. 20% of A Level
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Cheshire West and Chester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Queens Park Road, Handbridge, Chester, CH4 7AE |
This course would be suitable for students with a love of history. You do not necessarily need to have studied history at GCSE, you will just need high-level literacy skills as you will need to be able to read and write complex and lengthy texts. You will love this course if you enjoy understanding people and events from the past and debating issues using evidence and interpretations.
• 5+ GCSEs at grades 9-4 including a strong pass (grade 5) in English and maths • Grade 6 in Maths entry requirement to study Maths A Level • Grade 6 in Science and maths recommended to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels. Students must have sat the higher tier papers for Science and Maths. * The option to take 4 A’ Level courses will be made only in exceptional circumstances.
Each unit is externally assessed at the end of Year 13. • Paper 1 – The Tudors: England, 1485 -1603 Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes. 80 marks. 40% of A Level • Paper 2 – The American Dream: Reality and Illusion 1945 -1980 Written exam: 2 hours 30 minutes. 80 marks. 40% of A Level • Historical Investigation: Independent Coursework 3500–4500 word coursework. Marked by teachers. 40 marks. 20% of A Level