HISTORY

Course summary

WHY STUDY HISTORY? History inspires pupils’ curiosity to know more about Britain’s past and that of the wider world. Knowledge of the past can help pupils to understand the challenges of our own time. It engages pupils in questions about people and events in the past and helps pupils to understand the present and prepare them for the future. History explores culture, beliefs and values that help pupils to develop an understanding of themselves and others; pupils learn about similarities, differences and diversity and how we live in an interdependent global world. If you are enthusiastic about learning about the past, like reading and researching, then this course could work well for you! WHAT’S COVERED? The course covers key aspects of Communist States in Russia and China. Studying two different countries allows students to develop a greater understanding of the nature of communist rule and the similarities and contrasts between them. You will also study the nature of rebellion and disorder under the Tudors and the way the various challenges were met, the nature of change in government over the period and the changing relationship between the Crown and key sections of society. This unit enables students to explore the way in which, despite a shaky start, the Tudors were able to establish their dynasty as one of the most powerful England has seen. The final unit is coursework where focus is on understanding the nature and purpose of the work of the historian. Students will be required to form a critical view based on relevant reading on the question, problem or issue. They will also be specifically required to analyse, explain and evaluate the interpretations of three historians. FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES This subject could lead to higher education and is useful for degrees in history, law, economic, politics, social studies and international relations. This is an academic subject and is useful for anyone wanting to go into higher education. A Level History is a useful subject if you are considering work in law, teaching, researching, marketing, charity, or public relations/ lobbying. FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES This subject could lead to higher education and is useful for degrees in history, law, economic, politics, social studies and international relations. This is an academic subject and is useful for anyone wanting to go into higher education. A Level History is a useful subject if you are considering work in law, teaching, researching, marketing, charity, or public relations/ lobbying.