History

Assessment

Unit 1- British period study and inquiry: Britain 1930-1997 (1h 30m exam, 25% of course). Learners will complete a source-based inquiry focused on Winston Church 1930-1945, before completing an in-depth period study from 1945 to 1997. Unit 2- Non-British period study: The French Revolution and the rule of Napoleon 1774-1815 (1h exam, 15% of the course). Learners will complete an in-depth period study from the beginning of Louis XIV's reign as king, to Napoleon's overthrow as Emperor. Unit 3- Thematic study and historical interpretations: Russia and its Rulers 1855- 1964 (2h 30m exam, 40% of course). Learners will develop the ability to treat the whole period thematically and to use their detailed knowledge to evaluate interpretations of specified key events, individuals, or issues. Non exam assessment: Topic-based essay of between 3000-4000 words on an aspect of the Britain module of your choice (20% of the course).