History

Assessment

The OCR History A level comprises 3 examinations and 1 topic-based essay. Component 1 is a British period study and enquiry, with a 1 hour 30mins examination worth 25% of the overall grade. Component 2 is a Non-British period study, with a 1 hour examination worth 15% of the overall grade. Component 3 is a Thematic and historical interpretation study with a 2 hour 30mins examination worth 40% of the overall grade. Component 4 is a 3000 to 4000 word essay on a topic of the learner's choice worth 20% of the overall grade.