History

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UNIT 1, 30%: Breadth Study: DEMOCRACIES IN CHANGE, Britain 1918- 97 In this unit you will study Britain in the 20th century, looking at four key themes (changing political fortunes for the parties, creating a welfare state, society in transition and changing quality of life) as well as an interpretations section which looks at Thatcherism and its impact. UNIT 2, 20%: Depth Study: USA 1920-55, Boom, bust and recovery. In this unit you will study essentially the first half of the 20th century in the USA, looking at their economic might and the reasons for it, social problems like racism, and the impact of WW2. UNIT 3, 30%: TBC This unit will cover an earlier period of History. It will be decided on before Christmas 2015, and is likely to be one of the following topics: The British Empire, the Witchcraze, or the British Experience of War. UNIT 4, 20%: COURSEWORK This unit requires you to study a period of history and consider the interpretations that have been made about it (eg the origins of WW1). The coursework should be 3000-4000 words long.skills that are useful in both academic and vocational work. For example history helps you develop skills in: • Research • Independent study • Extended writing • Handling and using evidence • Debating and developing an argument • Presentation As well as professions directly associated with History (teaching it, archiving, archaeology etc.), it considered beneficial for many careers, for example, Law, publishing, intelligence services etc.

Course information

Name: History Qualification title: GCE A Level in History Qualification type: Assessment There will be three written exams : Unit 1: 2 hours 15 minutes; Unit 2: 1 hour 30 minutes; Unit 3: 2 hours 15 mins; Unit 4 : Coursework. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20151019 10:18:48 Updated 20151021 11:51:37

Entry requirements

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Provider

Joseph Rowntree School
Voluntary Controlled School
joseph.rowntree@york.gov.uk
01904 552100
http://www.josephrowntreeschool.co.uk

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Haxby Road
New Earswick Town: York County:North Yorkshire