History
Wrekin College - Telford and Wrekin
01952265600
Sutherland Road, Wellington, Telford, TF1 3BH
Course summary

Our A level course includes an exciting mix of four topics diverse in both their chronological range and their geographical focus. We study sixteenth century England, exploring the reigns of Edward VI, Mary I and Elizabeth I. Our thematic study is on the government of Russia, which we trace from the reign of ‘Czar-Liberator’ Alexander II through to Nikita Khrushchev. Considering the impact of revolutions, wars and ideologies, as well as some of the more memorable characters in nineteenth and twentieth-century history, we trace continuity, change and development in the reigns of the last three Czars of All the Russias, and the first three Communist dictators of that country. We complement this by reaching back to the twelfth century for a unit on the Crusades; and pupils also research an extended essay of 3- 4000 words on a topic of their own choice, drawing on both primary and secondary source material.

Entry requirements

A passion for History and the stamina to explore the past in detail. Evidence of good communication skills and at least Grade 6 in History and/or English GCSE.

How you'll be assessed

A level History is assessed through three examination papers and a 3000-4000 word independently researched essay. EXAMINATION PAPERS: Unit 1 (Y106) – England, 1588-1603: the Later Tudors (worth 25%) Unit 2 (Y203) – The Crusades and Crusader States 1095-1192 (worth 15%) Unit 3 (Y318)  –  Russia and its Rulers, 1855-1964 (worth 40%)  Unit 4 (Y100)  –  the independent investigation, a 3000- 4000 word essay on an aspect of British history in the first half of the twentieth century

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityTelford and Wrekin
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding Fee£25,350 - £36,330
Sixth Form Fee£17,550 - £21,150
AddressSutherland Road, Wellington, Telford, TF1 3BH