History

Assessment

England 1485–1558, the Early Tudors: learn about the beginnings of the most dramatic dynasty in history which shaped the foundations of the British nation as we know it (assessed by exam, 25% of final A level). Russia 1894-1941: understand how Russia was transformed by the revolutionary dream of Communism, which then quickly became a murderous nightmare (assessed by exam, 15% of final A level). Civil Rights in the USA 1865-1992: see the struggle of African Americans, Native Americans, Women and Workers to achieve equality in America, the supposed ‘Land of the Free’ (assessed by exam, 40% of final A level). Coursework unit: a chance for you to research and produce an essay on a topic of particular interest to you (assessed by non-exam assessment, 20% of final A level).