History A Level encourages students to develop their interest in history and an understanding of its intrinsic value and significance; acquire an understanding of different identities within society and an appreciation of aspects such as social, cultural, religious and ethnic diversity; build on their understanding of the past; improve as effective and independent students and as critical and reflective thinkers with curious and enquiring minds; develop the ability to ask relevant and significant questions about the past and to research them; acquire an understanding of the nature of historical study; develop their use and understanding of historical terms, concepts and skills; make links and draw comparisons within and/or across different periods and aspects of the past; organise and communicate their historical knowledge and understanding in different ways, arguing a case and reaching substantiated judgements. UNIT 1: The Tudors: England, 1485-1603. UNIT 2: The Cold War, c1945-1991. UNIT 3: Historical Investigation on a topic of your choice, taking the form of a question in the context of approximately 100 years. Although not always an absolute requirement, a History A level gives you an excellent basis from which to embark on a wide variety of potential degree subjects, including (but not exclusively): History, in all its forms, Politics, International Relations, English, Law, Languages, Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, American Studies, Teaching, Classical Studies, European Studies, Archaeology, Economics, Philosophy, History of Art. Career opportunities include Journalist, archaeologist, Marketing, Sales and Advertising Professionals, Management trainees, Education Professionals, Business and Financial Professionals, International Manager, Financial crimes investigation, IT, Web project officer, Politician, Arts, Design, Social & Welfare Professionals, Police Officer, Foreign Office, Civil Service.
Name: AQA Level 3 Advanced GCE in History Qualification title: GCE A Level in History Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Unit 1: 2 hour 30 minute written exam worth 40% of A Level Unit 2: 2 hour 30 minute written exam worth 40% of A Level Unit 3: 3,000 - 3,500 word coursework essay worth 20% of A Level Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20161116 11:48:47 Updated 20161116 11:48:47
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