The A Level History syllabus is a linear 2-year course, which means you will study both Tsarist and Communist Russia (breadth study), and The Making of Modern Britain (depth study) at the same time for 2 years. For Tsarist and Communist Russia, this will include studying the state of Russia in 1855 after the Crimean War and continuing the study of the nature of the power of the different Russian Tsars. You will then study the causes of the Russian Revolution, followed by a comparison between the different communist rulers of Lenin, Stalin and Khrushchev until 1964. The main themes addressed across the period include the nature of authoritarian leaders, how far society changed, as well as the importance of ideas and individuals in the development of Russia. The Making of Modern Britain starts with the postwar consensus and continues to focus on the different Conservative and Labour governments throughout the 1900s until 2007. This also includes key societal changes, as well as Britain’s global relationship. By the end of the course, you will have established a deep understanding of why Britain exists as it does today. There is also a non-examined assessment (NEA) element of the course. This is a 4000-4500 word essay that you will start in the summer term of year 12 and complete by February in year 13, which is worth 20% of your level.