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AS
AND A LEVEL IN MODERN HISTORY
The
Edexcel GCE in Historyl has 4 units. These units are:
Unit 1: Historical Themes in Breadth - Students study two topics in order
to gain a broad overview of a particular theme and will assess the historical
significance of events, ideas, attitudes, beliefs and how these influenced
behaviours and actions.
Unit 2: British History Depth Studies - Students will study a period of
British History in order to develop an in-depth understanding of attitudes,
beliefs and structures of society.
Unit 3: Depth Studies and Associated Historical Controversies - Students
will undertake a depth study to explore the nature of challenges and conflict
relating to societies and/or political systems in the period studied,
and to explore an issue of historical debate.
Unit 4: Historical Enquiry – Students will carry out an enquiry
which will address the aspects of a chosen theme over a period of at least
100 years. They will examine both the short-term significance of an individual,
movement or event, as well as the factors affecting change throughout
the whole period.
THE COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT
AS LEVEL – examination
in 2010:
Unit 1: Russia in Revolution, 1881- 1924: From Autocracy to Dictatorship,
AND Stalin’s Russia, 1924-1953.
Unit 2: Britain, 1830-1884: Representation and Democracy.
A LEVEL – Examination
in 2011
Unit 3: From Kaiser to Fuhrer: Germany, 1900- 1945
Unit 4: Coursework The Middle East and the Arab-Israeli Conflict c1900
- 2001
What
can I do with an A Level in History?
You can progress to higher education courses such as degrees in History,
or to degrees in related subjects such as Politics, English Literature,
Economics, Philosophy, Sociology or Geography; or to vocational qualifications
such as BTEC Higher National Certificate/Diploma in Media/Journalism or
in Travel and Tourism. An Advanced Level in History will give you a number
of skills relevant to many types of employment, such as the ability to
seek information and argue a case orally and in writing. These intellectual
skills and the knowledge gained from the study of History provide excellent
preparation
for careers, either directly related to the subject eg working in museums,
galleries, heritage sites, record offices and teaching, or in areas such
as law, journalism, libraries, national and local government and the civil
service.
What do I need to know, or be able to do, before taking this course?
To study the GCE in History you need an interest in the world around you,
an enquiring mind and the ability to weigh up different evidence or arguments.
You do not need to have GCSE History in order to study History to AS/A2
Level. However, you may find it helpful, as the AS/A2 builds on skills
developed at GCSE such as the communication of historical knowledge and
the ability to analyse historical sources.
How
will I be assessed?
A combination of assessment techniques will be used. You will be required
to undertake extended writing and essays in all units. In Unit 1 you will
need to answer two extended writing questions. In Unit 2, you will need
to cross-reference and evaluate the source material to reach a judgement.
In Unit 3 you will use sources to explore areas of historical debate.
Unit 4 is coursework, an enquiry in depth. The assignment you do should
consist of about 4000 words.
Is
this subject right for me?
The AS/A2 in History will appeal to you if:
o You have an interest in the world around you, the society you live in,
and how it has developed
o You like learning about people, how they interact, and what motivates
them
o You like learning about different countries, societies and cultures
o You enjoy discussion, debate and argument
o You like to think for yourself and develop your own views
o You enjoy reading, research and analysing material to check for bias
and propaganda.
AS AND A LEVEL IN EARLY MODERN HISTORY
The Edexcel GCE in History has 4 units . These units are:
Unit 1: Historical Themes in Breadth - Students study two topics in order
to gain a broad overview of a particular theme and will assess the historical
significance of events, ideas, attitudes, beliefs and how these influenced
behaviours and actions.
Unit 2: British History Depth Studies - Students will study a period of
British History in order to develop an in-depth understanding of attitudes,
beliefs and structures of society.
Unit 3: Depth Studies and Associated Historical Controversies - Students
will undertake a depth study to explore the nature of challenges and conflict
relating to societies and/or political systems in the period studied,
and to explore an issue of historical debate.
Unit 4: Historical Enquiry – Students will carry out an enquiry
which will address the aspects of a chosen theme over a period of at least
100 years. They will examine both the short-term significance of an individual,
movement or event, as well as the factors affecting change throughout
the whole period.
THE
PROPOSED COURSE STRUCTURE AND CONTENT
AS LEVEL – Examination
2010:
Unit 1: The Wars of the Roses in England, 1455-1485, AND The Reign of
Henry V11, 1485-1509.
Unit 2: Henry V111: Authority, Nation and Religion, 1509-1540
A LEVEL – Examination
2011;
Unit 3: Protest, Crisis and Rebellion in England, 1536- 1588
Unit 4 Coursework The Golden age of Spain
What can I do with an A Level in History?
You can progress to higher education courses such
as degrees in History, or to degrees in related subjects such as Politics,
English Literature, Economics, Philosophy, Sociology or Geography; or
to vocational qualifications such as BTEC Higher National Certificate/Diploma
in Media/Journalism or in Travel and Tourism. An Advanced Level in History
will give you a number of skills relevant to many types of employment,
such as the ability to seek information and argue a case orally and in
writing. These intellectual skills
and the knowledge gained from the study of History provide excellent preparation
for careers, either directly related to the subject eg working in museums,
galleries, heritage sites, record offices and teaching, or in areas such
as law, journalism, libraries, national and local government and the civil
service.
What
do I need to know, or be able to do, before taking this course?
To study the GCE in History you need an interest
in the world around you, an enquiring mind and the ability to weigh up
different evidence or arguments. You do not need to have GCSE History
in order to study History to AS/A2 Level. However, you may find it helpful,
as the AS/A2 builds on skills developed at GCSE such as the communication
of historical knowledge and the ability to analyse historical sources.
How
will I be assessed?
A combination of assessment techniques will be used. You will be required
to undertake extended writing and essays in all units. In Unit 1 you will
need to answer two extended writing questions. In Unit 2, you will need
to cross-reference and evaluate the source material to reach a judgement.
In Unit 3 you will use sources to explore areas of historical debate.
Unit 4 is coursework, an enquiry in depth. The assignment you do should
consist of about 4000 words.
Is
this subject right for me?
The AS/A2 in History will appeal to you if:
o You have an interest in the world around you, the society you live in,
and how it has developed
o You like learning about people, how they interact, and what motivates
them
o You like learning about different countries, societies and cultures
o You enjoy discussion, debate and argument
o You like to think for yourself and develop your own views
o You enjoy reading, research and analysing material to check for bias
and propaganda.
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