There are four modules as part of the A Level. Three compulsory exam units and once coursework Unit. In Year 12 you will study Britain Transformed 1918-97 and USA Boom, Bust and Recovery 1920-1955 to fully examine the theme of "Democracy in change" . In Year 13 you will study Britain 1780 – 1928 a political history and you will choose a coursework module. You will develop many skills of the expert history, and these skills will hold you in good stead for future study in a wide range of subjects. You will learn how to access and read detailed text, develop effective skills of argument both orally and written. Further you will learn how to research and develop your own hypotheses along side being able to analyse sources in detail to put them in context.
In order to succeed at A Level history, you need a good level of literacy, a fascination with the world around you and a willingness to read and ask questions.
Assessment is as follows: • Unit 1 Britain Transformed -Written exam 30% • Unit 2 USA Boom, Bust and Recovery 20% • Unit 3 Britain Protest, Agitation and Reform - Written exam 30% • Coursework – under controlled conditions 20%
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Rookery Lane, Coventry, CV6 4GL |
There are four modules as part of the A Level. Three compulsory exam units and once coursework Unit. In Year 12 you will study Britain Transformed 1918-97 and USA Boom, Bust and Recovery 1920-1955 to fully examine the theme of "Democracy in change" . In Year 13 you will study Britain 1780 – 1928 a political history and you will choose a coursework module. You will develop many skills of the expert history, and these skills will hold you in good stead for future study in a wide range of subjects. You will learn how to access and read detailed text, develop effective skills of argument both orally and written. Further you will learn how to research and develop your own hypotheses along side being able to analyse sources in detail to put them in context.
In order to succeed at A Level history, you need a good level of literacy, a fascination with the world around you and a willingness to read and ask questions.
Assessment is as follows: • Unit 1 Britain Transformed -Written exam 30% • Unit 2 USA Boom, Bust and Recovery 20% • Unit 3 Britain Protest, Agitation and Reform - Written exam 30% • Coursework – under controlled conditions 20%