History

History: Modern European and World History

Head of History:  Mr Hearn

Qualification Level and Examination Board: Level 1 and 2 GCSE Edexcel (History 1HI0)

How is the course assessed?

There are 3 exams:

Paper 1: 

• Thematic study and Historical Environment 

• 1 hour 15 minute paper 

• Worth 30% of total GCSE

 Paper 2: 

• Period Study and British Depth Study

• 1 hour 45 minutes

• 40% of total GCSE- 20% for each section

 Paper 3:

• Modern Depth Study

• 1 hour 20  minute paper

• 30% of total GCSE

What is the content of the course?

A GCSE in History qualification will enable students to acquire knowledge and understanding of selected periods and aspects of history, exploring the significance of historical events, people, changes and issues. You will learn to critically analyse source material and develop your ability to organise and communicate your knowledge and understanding of history, drawing conclusions and making historical judgements. You will study four key topics including Medicine 1250 – Present including the British Western Front WW1 1914-18, Anglo Saxon and Norman England, c1060-80, Superpower relations and the Cold War, 1941-91 and The USA, 1954-75: conflict at home and abroad.  

What could I study Post-16? 

Many students successful in this course have gone on to study A-Level History, Sociology, Psychology, Politics, Law or World Development. University courses include History, Law, Journalism and Archaeology. 

What possible careers could I have? 

Any job that requires an active mind and research skills which includes journalism, TV researching, teaching, politics, broadcasting, police, detective work, and the law; solicitor, court clerks . Areas of work connected directly to the past also include tourism and conservation and archaeology. 

Additional information:

The History GCSE requires that students be interested and enjoy the study of History. The range of themes and topics provide a stimulating and wide-ranging study of aspects of  British and World History, through several time periods. 

Please see Edexcel online: 

http://qualifications.pearson.com/en/qualifications/edexcel-gcses/history-2016.html