GCE A Level History
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Programme Overview
Awarding Body:
Sector:
Further Education
Programme Length:
AS Level - 1 Year. Full A Level - 2 Years
Bilingual Delivery:
This course can be studied in English only at present
Programme Description
The study of history provides a fascinating contrast of periods, personalities and approaches. It helps us
understand the lives of people who have lived before us and the way in which they have shaped the world in
which we live. Study of the subject sharpens the critical faculties and the skills developed can be used in many
other fields. It is hoped that the contrast between the late medieval, early modern period and twentieth century
fascism will prove both interesting and intellectually stimulating for students.
Programme Features
The department consistently receives outstanding exam results There are opportunities for lively class
discussions and organised visits Coursework provides the opportunity for real historical research The subject
develops skills that are highly valued in many professions Very high percentage of students go on to study in
University and many do History Degrees The Department organises visits and theatre trips as appropriate
Progression and Employment
A Levels provide an excellent basis for progression to higher level qualifications such as Degrees or Higher
National Diplomas.
The history specialist may become an academic, lawyer, teacher, librarian, archivist or museum officer.
The study of history is also valuable in gaining entry to journalism, broadcasting, politics, the civil service, and a
wide variety of management posts in business and commerce.
Programme Content
UNIT 1 - OPTION 1
GOVERNMENT, REBELLION AND SOCIETY IN WALES AND ENGLAND c.1485-1603
The significance of the main changes in politics and government 1485- 1603 The significance of the main
developments in religion 1529-1588 The significance of the main protests and rebellions against the Tudor
monarchs 1509-1569 The extent of social and economic change in the sixteenth century The changing
relationship between Wales and England after 1530
UNIT 2 – OPTION 8
PART 1: WEIMAR AND ITS CHALLENGES c.1918-1933
The challenges facing the Weimar republic 1918-1923 The extent of change in foreign and economic policy
1924-1929 The changing fortunes of the Nazi party 1924-1933 The crisis of the Weimar republic 1929-1933
Historical interpretations of key issues from this period
UNIT 3 - OPTION 8
THE AMERICAN CENTURY c.1890-1990
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GCE A Level History
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The struggle for Civil Rights, c.1890-1990:
The development of changing attitudes towards civil rights 1890-1945 Changing developments in the demand for
civil rights 1945-1968 The consequences of the civil rights movement 1968-1990 Similarity and difference
c.1890-1990
Making of a superpower, c.1890-1990:
Change and continuity in US foreign policy 1890- 1941 The impact of US involvement in the Second World war
and the Cold War 1941-75 The significance of détente and the end of the Cold War 1975-1990 Similarity and
difference c.1890-1990
UNIT 4 OPTION 8
GERMANY: DEMOCRACY AND DICTATORSHIP c.1918-1945
PART 2: NAZI GERMANY c.1933-1945
Further developments in the Nazi control of Germany after 1933 The impact of Nazi racial, social and religious
policies 1933-1945 The effectiveness of Nazi economic policy 1933-1945 Changing Nazi foreign policy and the
Second World War 1933-1945
UNIT 5 - COURSEWORK (AWAITING APPROVAL)
Method of Assessment
AS Level - Two written examinations. HY1 - Two structured questions from a choice of four (1:40 minutes in
total). HY2 - In depth study one set of questions based on historical sources (1:20 minutes).
A Level - Two written examinations, one 1hr 30 minutes and one 50 minutes plus one coursework assignment.
Entry Requirements
Normally students 16 - 19 years of age will require a minimum of 6 GCSEs at grades A* - C, one of which must be
either GCSE Mathematics or English Language and History. Students who have not taken GCSE History but have
a high level of ability in related subjects will be considered for entry. Entry for mature students without formal
qualifications is at the discretion of the Curriculum area.
Programme Availability
Academic Year
Delivery
Campus
Course Length
2016 - 2017
Full Time
Graig Campus
1 Year
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