History

Course summary

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.