Higher History

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A pass at National 5 History A or B is highly recommended.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Higher qualification in History increases pupils' understanding of their society by helping them to appreciate how important aspects of that society have developed in the past. Pupils take more independent responsibility for their learning. They develop skills in analysing complex events, structuring reasoned arguments, and presenting clear and balanced conclusions. They evaluate sources across a breadth of Scottish, British and European history, and participate in debate, developing democratic attitudes of

open-mindedness and tolerance.

Unit 1: Democracy and Reform

Pupils study the development of the United Kingdom into a modern democracy and the development of the role of the state in the welfare of its citizens, illustrating the

 themes of authority, ideology and rights.

Unit 2: Migration and Empire

Study the movement of people travelling both to and from Scotland in search of new fortunes. Learn why many families abandoned their homes for unknown futures in

distant colonies such as Canada and Australia, while others journeyed from parts of Europe to settle in Scotland.

Unit 3: Russian Revolution

Pupils study the development of opposition to autocracy in Russia, the collapse of the Tsarist regime and the rise of the Bolsheviks during the years 1881–1921,

illustrating the themes of ideology, identity and authority.

Assessment

To gain a Higher History award, pupils must complete the following assessed pieces:

A researched extended essay.

An external exam which covers all three units.

WHAT WILL MY HOME COMMITMENT BE FOR THIS COURSE?

Regular homework will be set by the class teacher.  Students can expect to be doing at least 2 hours of study per week which will include a selection of:  End of Topic formal homework/Consolidation of notes from previous week /Completion of exercises as home practice. Assignment and Exam preparation

Is HISTORY for me? 

You will enjoy this subject if: 

· You like people and want to find out about their stories.

· You believe that what people tell you must be critically examined – and want to develop the skills to do so.

· You think the past and present are connected and want to know more about how we got here.

· You’re curious and want to find out the truth behind the news headlines.