Everyone has a life story and the purpose of History is to understand how past life stories and events shape the lives and events of those in the present and the future. At Advanced Level History offers students the opportunity to explore two time periods; the Tudor World from Henry VII to Elizabeth I and Russia during its revolution from Lenin to Stalin. Whether your interests lie in politics, foreign affairs, religion, economics, or society, History has it all covered. Students who study AS/ A Level History have access to a wide range of opportunities. History combines well with Maths and Science subjects as well as the more traditional combinations with English and Modern Foreign Languages to create an attractive portfolio of qualifications. History is a traditional style A Level, as favoured by many of the top universities, and offers students the chance to study two different and distinct periods. By the end of the course you will have learned how to; evaluate and analyse, interpret different perspectives and communicate complex ideas. All students will complete the AS examination at the end of the first year. A Level Component 1: Breadth Option 1C Written examination: 2 .5 hours. 80 marks, 40% of A Level. Questions are in 2 sections; Part A - Compulsory interpretations based -, Part B - choose 2 out of 3 essays - A Level Component 2: Depth Option 2N Written examination: 2 .5 hours. 80 marks, 40% of A Level. Questions are in 2 sections; Part A - Compulsory source based -, Part B - choose 2 out of 3 essays - Component 3: Historical Enquiry Coursework - approx 3000 words -: an analysis of an historical issue. 20% of the total A level marks. Internally assessed by the centre. Moderated by the exam board.
Name: History Qualification title: GCE A level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding - Created 20160321 11:36:35 Updated 20160321 11:36:35
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