History
Activate Learning - Oxfordshire
08006126008
Oxpens Road, Oxford, OX1 1SA
Course summary

Apart from increasing your historical knowledge, this course will help develop your research skills. You will need to read the source material, draw inferences, make connections, and argue a case. You will be taught a range of historic areas of study by our experienced staff. You could progress on to higher-level study including history, politics, international relations, archaeology, and anthropology degree courses, or seek employment in roles such as a researcher or data analyst. First Year: Component 1: Breadth Study 1K The Making of a Superpower: USA, 1865–1920 Component 2: Depth Study 2M Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition, 1906–1929 Second Year: Component 1: Breadth Study 1K The Making of a Superpower: USA, 1865–1975 Component 2: Depth Study 2M Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition, 1906–1957 Component 3: Examined Assessment: a piece of research into an area of your choice. Up to 4500 words.

Entry requirements

Applicants should have five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English and Maths.

How you'll be assessed

You learn in a variety of ways: discussion, group work, independent study, traditional essays, reading, and research tasks. There is a balance of challenge and support. You will play an active part in your learning and there will be a strong focus on your individual learning needs. You will develop the skills necessary for further academic study, such as strong report writing, essay writing, and study skills, including presentation skills. You will also improve the wider skills vital for success in further study or employment, including self-confidence, speaking in front of others, working with others, taking responsibility, and managing your time. By the end of the course, you will have benefited from individual support, including clear advice about higher education and careers. Units 1 and 2 will be examined in May/ June. Unit 3 will be based on coursework. You will also have modular exams in some subjects. There will be a range of regular assignments, essays, and class-based assessments to help you develop your study skills for the next educational step. Individual learning targets are set each term and you will receive regular feedback on your progress in meeting these targets.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityOxfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOxpens Road, Oxford, OX1 1SA