If you have ever watched the TV and seen pictures of events happening in the world today, you will almost certainly have asked yourself at some point: ‘what on earth is that about?’ Without knowledge of what has gone before, it is virtually impossible to comprehend the world in which we live. History is the study of people, places and events in the past. It has relevance beyond simple dates and facts. How can we truly know ourselves without some idea of where we have come from and what has shaped our society and culture? The study of History develops a range of skills such as enquiry, research, synthesis and the ability to communicate ideas effectively through discussion and writing. You will acquire transferable skills which will be invaluable in many careers including commerce, law, Public Service, education and accountancy.
- Five grade 5s and above including grade 5 in English.
A level History students at Bishop Ullathorne follow the OCR Syllabus. Over the two-year period you will study 3 units concurrently with a specialist teacher delivering each unit separately. The fourth unit consists of an independent personal study with teacher support and guidance provided throughout the process. The 4 units are as follows: Unit 1: British Unit - The Early Tudor period from Henry VII to Mary I (25%). Unit 2: Non British Unit - The Cold War in Asia 1945-1990 (15%). Unit 3: Historical Themes- Civil Rights in the USA 1865-1992 (40%). Unit 4: Independent Assignment (20%) Personal research leading to a 4000 word answer to a question designed by your teacher or yourself.
About School
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Coventry |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender of School | Mixed |
| Address | Leasowes Avenue, Coventry, CV3 6BH |
If you have ever watched the TV and seen pictures of events happening in the world today, you will almost certainly have asked yourself at some point: ‘what on earth is that about?’ Without knowledge of what has gone before, it is virtually impossible to comprehend the world in which we live. History is the study of people, places and events in the past. It has relevance beyond simple dates and facts. How can we truly know ourselves without some idea of where we have come from and what has shaped our society and culture? The study of History develops a range of skills such as enquiry, research, synthesis and the ability to communicate ideas effectively through discussion and writing. You will acquire transferable skills which will be invaluable in many careers including commerce, law, Public Service, education and accountancy.
- Five grade 5s and above including grade 5 in English.
A level History students at Bishop Ullathorne follow the OCR Syllabus. Over the two-year period you will study 3 units concurrently with a specialist teacher delivering each unit separately. The fourth unit consists of an independent personal study with teacher support and guidance provided throughout the process. The 4 units are as follows: Unit 1: British Unit - The Early Tudor period from Henry VII to Mary I (25%). Unit 2: Non British Unit - The Cold War in Asia 1945-1990 (15%). Unit 3: Historical Themes- Civil Rights in the USA 1865-1992 (40%). Unit 4: Independent Assignment (20%) Personal research leading to a 4000 word answer to a question designed by your teacher or yourself.
