Unit 1 Britain: 1930 - 1997 Part 1: This is a fantastic course that covers British history from 1930 to 1997. The first part of the course looks at Churchill between 1930 and 1951. We consider Churchill’s view of events between 1929 and 1934 which helps explain why he is such a controversial figure today. We then go on to study Churchill as wartime prime minister, considering whether it really was his “finest hour.” Part 2: This part of the course considers Britain between 1951 and 1997. We question why the Conservative Party was able to dominate between 1951 and 1964 and also consider Labour and Conservative governments between 1964 and 79. We then go on to consider another divisive figure, Margaret Thatcher, and consider the end of consensus 1979-1997. Unit 2 Democracy and dictatorships in Germany: 1919 - 1963 We begin with an assessment of the impact of WWI and the Treaty of Versailles. We examine the establishment, struggle, and development of the Weimar Republic. We consider how an extremist such as Hitler was able to become Chancellor in 1933 and eventually dictator of Germany. We then look at how much control the Nazis wielded over the German people and the impact their policies had on people’s lives. Next, we look at the impact of WWII and the defeat of Germany in 1945. One of the most thought-provoking elements of the course gets us to question how and why the Holocaust was possible and whether the German people supported it. Finally, the course involves a study of the divided nature of post-war Germany, the Federal Republic, and the DDR between 1949 and 1963. Unit 3 Thematic study and historical interpretations The Tudor dynasty is one of the most famous royal families and we tend to see them as the strongest English monarchs, but this was not the case at the beginning of their dynasty. Henry VII was a usurper of the English throne, having defeated Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth in 1485. As the course progresses we consider the main causes of rebellion and disorder, the frequency and nature of disturbances, the impact of disturbances upon Tudor governments, and the maintenance of political stability. Unit 4 Historical Investigation The final unit of Year 13 history, involves writing a 3,500-word personal enquiry. This is the unit that prepares students well for university. Students are given free choice to write their coursework on a question of their choice. Students complete independent research and write their coursework with guidance from their teacher. This is a real opportunity to produce a piece of academic work to be proud of.