History

Course summary

History is a fascinating and respected subject. You will gain an in-depth understanding of aspects of modern history in contrasting countries. You will have the opportunity to express your understanding, not just through essays, but by analysing and evaluating evidence, developing and strengthening their judgements and through participating in discussion and debate. You will study Germany 1918-1989 and Italy 1911-1946 which will allow you to consider how countries have been ruled both as a democracy and also under a dictatorship. You will explore the nature of British warfare from 1790-1918, which covers not only a broad study of military history, but also technological and social developments. In the coursework unit you will study the Vietnam War.