Firstly, History pupils should be interested in the causes and consequences of events that have occurred in the past. For that reason, an enquiring mind and a willingness to think for oneself are desirable qualities in a Sixth Form historian. Secondly, pupils should enjoy reading and research. The successful study of History at this level has many benefits. Most obviously, it develops an understanding of the background to our own times. It fosters the skill of synthesis and an analytical approach to information. Above all, it encourages pupils to evaluate what they read and to take an objective view of the past.
Prior knowledge of History is not a requirement for this course. Potential pupils are expected to have achieved at least a grade 6 in GCSE History (or at least a B grade in CIE IGCSE History), or a grade 6 or higher in a related subject such as English Literature or Religious Studies.
Component 1: Breadth study (40%) 1K The making of a Superpower: USA, 1865–1975 The first part of the corresponding full A level option. This involves the study of significant historical developments over a period of around 50 years and associated historical interpretations. Written exam – 1 hour 30 minutes Component 2: Depth study (40%) 2D Religious conflict and the Church in England, c1529–c1570 The first part of the corresponding full A level option. This involves the study in depth of a major historical change or development and associated primary evidence Written exam – 1 hour 30 minutes Component 3: Historical investigation (20%) A personal study based on a topic of the pupil’ s choice. This should take the form of a question in the context of approximately 100 years. It must not duplicate the content of options chosen for Components 1 and 2. The study is 3,000–3,500 words which is marked by teachers and moderated by AQA.
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| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
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| Boarding Fee | £30,300 - £40,650 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £20,550 - £24,390 |
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Firstly, History pupils should be interested in the causes and consequences of events that have occurred in the past. For that reason, an enquiring mind and a willingness to think for oneself are desirable qualities in a Sixth Form historian. Secondly, pupils should enjoy reading and research. The successful study of History at this level has many benefits. Most obviously, it develops an understanding of the background to our own times. It fosters the skill of synthesis and an analytical approach to information. Above all, it encourages pupils to evaluate what they read and to take an objective view of the past.
Prior knowledge of History is not a requirement for this course. Potential pupils are expected to have achieved at least a grade 6 in GCSE History (or at least a B grade in CIE IGCSE History), or a grade 6 or higher in a related subject such as English Literature or Religious Studies.
Component 1: Breadth study (40%) 1K The making of a Superpower: USA, 1865–1975 The first part of the corresponding full A level option. This involves the study of significant historical developments over a period of around 50 years and associated historical interpretations. Written exam – 1 hour 30 minutes Component 2: Depth study (40%) 2D Religious conflict and the Church in England, c1529–c1570 The first part of the corresponding full A level option. This involves the study in depth of a major historical change or development and associated primary evidence Written exam – 1 hour 30 minutes Component 3: Historical investigation (20%) A personal study based on a topic of the pupil’ s choice. This should take the form of a question in the context of approximately 100 years. It must not duplicate the content of options chosen for Components 1 and 2. The study is 3,000–3,500 words which is marked by teachers and moderated by AQA.