History is the study of human experience in past ages. It is possible to study the history of almost anything or anyone, and this broad range of subject matter is one of the qualities that makes it so fascinating. A level History at Chigwell focuses on significant individuals, events, ideas, issues and movements between the 16th and 20th centuries. If you have enjoyed History at the GCSE level, you are inquisitive about the past, you like reading, writing, debating and above all thinking, then A-level History is probably for you. If you are interested in people and turning points in the past it will be a perfect fit. You will study three distinct periods in world history, building upon your knowledge and skills learned at GCSE. During the first year you will study how the Tudor dynasty started with Henry VII and also the reign of Henry VIII. Alongside this you will study the history of Russia from the Revolution of February 1917 to the start of collection visitation under Stalin in 1929. The second year will see your studies continue with both topics, extending the Tudors until the death of Elizabeth I in 1603 and the Russian element until Stalin’s death in 1953. At the end of the first year and then into the second year you will also conduct an historical enquiry into your choice (subject to exam board approval) of one 100-year period of history and consequently write a 4,500-word essay on your chosen area.