The A-level course offers a British and non-British period study as well as a thematic unit which requires a synoptic approach. All students will also have to research and write a 3-4000 word essay independently (while supervised by a teacher). It seeks to instil the skills of critical thinking and the formation of an evidence based argument. The A-level specification provides a suitable foundation for the study of History or related courses in further and higher education. The various skills required by the specification provide opportunities for progression directly into employment. Equally, they contribute to students’ lifelong learning, especially through Key Skills. To study A-level History you should be prepared to read, think and evaluate the views of others and your own. The course covers the following: Unit 1: British Period Study and Enquiry Y108 The Early Stuarts and the English Revolution 1603-60. Unit 2: Non-British Period Study Y219 Russia 1894 - 1941 Unit 3 Thematic Study and Historical Interpretations Y306 Rebellion and Disorder Under the Tudors, 1485-1603 Unit 4 Topic Based Essay Y100 Coursework which is an independently researched essay of 3,000 – 4,000 words in length.
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