1. In Search of the American Dream, c1917 – 96 (30% of A Level) This component covers the changing political landscape of the USA and how this was affected by events such as the Vietnam War or the character of individual presidents. It also encompasses the social changes that took place such as the push for civil rights for African-Americans, those of Hispanic heritage, and legislation aiming at LGBTQ+ equality. 2. India c1914-48: the road to independence (20% of A Level) This topic will enable students to learn about the impact that British rule had on India and how that relationship was altered by both peaceful and confrontational methods, resulting in independence and partition. 3. Ireland and the Union, c1774 – 1923 (30% of A Level) Within Unit 3 students will study the changing relationship between Britain and Ireland. They will look at the campaign for greater autonomy and the reaction to this across the period. They will also study some aspects in depth such as the Irish Famine in the 1840s. 4. Coursework (20% of A Level) Students will be given a choice of topic for coursework such as the Russian revolutions of 1917, the extent of dictatorship in Communist Russia, and the origins of WW1. Coursework involves a student investigating their chosen area and interpreting the views of historians in this field. Students will produce a final piece of work of between 3,000-4,000 words.
Students must have at least a grade 6 in GCSE History or a grade 6 in English if History has not been studied at GCSE. The A-Level History course is rigorous in its demands on students, who will be expected to take clear and precise notes, critically evaluate sources, contribute to class discussion, and analyze the significance of the information. Key assets for A-Level historians include an inquiring mind and an eye for detail as well as good communication skills, both on paper and in person.
Modules 1, 2, and 3 are examined at the end of Year 13. - These exams range from 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes in duration. - All of these exams involve essay writing in depth and breadth and source evaluation. Module 4 is assessed by a single piece of coursework written in Year 13; internally marked and moderated and then externally moderated.
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| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Longrood Road, Rugby, CV22 7RE |
1. In Search of the American Dream, c1917 – 96 (30% of A Level) This component covers the changing political landscape of the USA and how this was affected by events such as the Vietnam War or the character of individual presidents. It also encompasses the social changes that took place such as the push for civil rights for African-Americans, those of Hispanic heritage, and legislation aiming at LGBTQ+ equality. 2. India c1914-48: the road to independence (20% of A Level) This topic will enable students to learn about the impact that British rule had on India and how that relationship was altered by both peaceful and confrontational methods, resulting in independence and partition. 3. Ireland and the Union, c1774 – 1923 (30% of A Level) Within Unit 3 students will study the changing relationship between Britain and Ireland. They will look at the campaign for greater autonomy and the reaction to this across the period. They will also study some aspects in depth such as the Irish Famine in the 1840s. 4. Coursework (20% of A Level) Students will be given a choice of topic for coursework such as the Russian revolutions of 1917, the extent of dictatorship in Communist Russia, and the origins of WW1. Coursework involves a student investigating their chosen area and interpreting the views of historians in this field. Students will produce a final piece of work of between 3,000-4,000 words.
Students must have at least a grade 6 in GCSE History or a grade 6 in English if History has not been studied at GCSE. The A-Level History course is rigorous in its demands on students, who will be expected to take clear and precise notes, critically evaluate sources, contribute to class discussion, and analyze the significance of the information. Key assets for A-Level historians include an inquiring mind and an eye for detail as well as good communication skills, both on paper and in person.
Modules 1, 2, and 3 are examined at the end of Year 13. - These exams range from 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes in duration. - All of these exams involve essay writing in depth and breadth and source evaluation. Module 4 is assessed by a single piece of coursework written in Year 13; internally marked and moderated and then externally moderated.