Course information
History
Midhurst Rother College - West Sussex
01730812451
North Street, Midhurst, GU29 9DT
Course summary

You will develop your ability to evaluate and analyse information, to weigh up evidence and to communicate complex ideas effectively. Students will be able to understand why dictatorships occur and how dictators manage to control their people. The British units investigate the impact of conflict, politics and change during the 15th Century. In addition, you will undertake a personal historical study of 3,000-5,000 words in length. The written, research and analytical skills developed throughout the course can be applied to many professions from media work to public services and the world of business. History is highly valued by universities and can be usefully combined with a number of other subjects such as Maths, Physics, English and Psychology. It is an important foundation study for students who want to pursue Law or Politics at university Year 1 Component 1 The Quest for Political Stability: Germany, 1871-1929 Component 2 The Wars of the Roses, 1437-1471 Year 2 Component 1 The Quest for Political Stability: Germany, 1929-1991 Component 2 The Wars of the Roses, 1471-1499 Component 3 Historical Investigation: 3,000-5,000 word personal study

Entry requirements

Standard College entrance requirements at GCSE and at least a 6 in English Language or Literature.

How you'll be assessed

You will notice some differences and similarities with GCSE History. There is still a variety of learning styles. Sometimes the teacher will lead the lesson while on other occasions there will be far more independent learning. The teacher will set up a task and it will be your responsibility to organise the completion of it. The teacher will be on hand to guide and advise you, but it is your motivation and organisation that are crucial. You may be asked to carry out source investigations, internet research, presentations or debates. Visits and student conferences help extend learning beyond the classroom. The course is assessed through one coursework unit and 2 exam-based units.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityWest Sussex
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressNorth Street, Midhurst, GU29 9DT