History

Assessment

UNIT ONE: British Period Study and Enquiry 1 hour 30 minutes exam, worth 25% of the whole. This paper, in two parts, tests analysis of issues relating to British history, as well as specific analysis of sources. We will offer studies of early 16th century England, early 17th century England, and late 20th century England. UNIT TWO: Non-British Period Study 1 hour exam, three essays, worth 15% of the whole. This paper tests analysis of issues relating to European history. There is no specific source component. We will offer studies of the French Revolution and the Russian Revolutions in this paper UNIT THREE: Thematic Study and Historical Interpretations 2 hours 30 minutes exam, worth 40% of the whole. This paper tests the comprehension of broad historical themes across at least 100 years of History. We will offer themes relating to the European Renaissance and the British Empire. UNIT FOUR: Topic Based Essay Coursework: a 3000-4000 word essay on a subject of the candidate’s choice, usually connected with one of the outline papers, worth 20% of the whole.