The study of History allows us to explore the human experience. Pupils will understand the forces which shaped the political, cultural and intellectual world of the past. Studying History trains you to select relevant information, assess the validity of an argument, think and write logically, make informed judgements about controversial issues and present a well-ordered case backed by supporting evidence. Thereby, the study of History equips pupils for both a wide range of future study and, beyond that, a wide variety of careers. The courses pursued at Badminton explore key moments of change in British and World History: the Tudor Dynasty and the American War of Independence. The courses follow a linear path. This means that pupils of History study two units, a breadth and a depth study, throughout the two years of study. There is also a coursework unit which contributes to the A Level.
• The Breadth Study THE TUDORS: ENGLAND, 1485–1603 This unit will comprise 40% of the A2 mark. Part One: Consolidation of the Tudor Dynasty: England, 1485–1547 (Year 12) Part Two: England, 1547–1603: Turmoil and Triumph (Year 13) • The Depth Study THE BIRTH OF THE USA, 1760–1801 As with the Breadth Study, this unit will comprise 40% of the A2 mark and is studied throughout the two years of the course. Part One: The Origins of the American Revolution, 1760–1776 (Year 12) Part Two: Establishing the Nation, 1776–1801 (Year 13) • The Historical Investigation The coursework unit makes up 20% of the total A2 marks and is teacher-assessed. Pupils will be expected to carry out a piece of research which demonstrates an awareness of historiography, includes a range of evaluated sources and must arise from the study of a period covering 100 years.
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| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
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| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £36,390 £ £46,770 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £19,410 |
| Address | Westbury Road, Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, BS9 3BA |
The study of History allows us to explore the human experience. Pupils will understand the forces which shaped the political, cultural and intellectual world of the past. Studying History trains you to select relevant information, assess the validity of an argument, think and write logically, make informed judgements about controversial issues and present a well-ordered case backed by supporting evidence. Thereby, the study of History equips pupils for both a wide range of future study and, beyond that, a wide variety of careers. The courses pursued at Badminton explore key moments of change in British and World History: the Tudor Dynasty and the American War of Independence. The courses follow a linear path. This means that pupils of History study two units, a breadth and a depth study, throughout the two years of study. There is also a coursework unit which contributes to the A Level.
• The Breadth Study THE TUDORS: ENGLAND, 1485–1603 This unit will comprise 40% of the A2 mark. Part One: Consolidation of the Tudor Dynasty: England, 1485–1547 (Year 12) Part Two: England, 1547–1603: Turmoil and Triumph (Year 13) • The Depth Study THE BIRTH OF THE USA, 1760–1801 As with the Breadth Study, this unit will comprise 40% of the A2 mark and is studied throughout the two years of the course. Part One: The Origins of the American Revolution, 1760–1776 (Year 12) Part Two: Establishing the Nation, 1776–1801 (Year 13) • The Historical Investigation The coursework unit makes up 20% of the total A2 marks and is teacher-assessed. Pupils will be expected to carry out a piece of research which demonstrates an awareness of historiography, includes a range of evaluated sources and must arise from the study of a period covering 100 years.