History
Course aims
- Study the social, cultural, economic, religious and political aspects of a diverse range of countries, including Britain
- Develop key skills such as observation, analysis and argument through studying a variety of periods of History across over 200 years
- Promote an understanding of the present through the past
- Study change over time in a unit of study that covers 100 years of change
- Look at a period of History in depth over 20 to 40 years
- Encourage independent research and the ability to locate and sift facts
- Improve written communication and essay writing
- Prepare students for degree level studies
Entry requirements
Grade 5 in GCSE History (a Grade 6 is preferred).
If you haven’t taken GCSE History then a minimum of a Grade 5 (a Grade 6 is preferred) in GCSE English is required.
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Summer WorkHistoryStaff Contact:Mr O Banwell & Ms A Keir
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