History

Assessment

• Paper 1: The Study of Significant Historical Developments Over a Period of Around 100 Years, and Associated Interpretations This exam focuses on The Tudors, the historical period 1485 to 1603, and is split into two sections. Section A is one compulsory question that is linked to historical interpretations. Section B requires answering two essays, from a choice of three. This is a written exam, lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes. This exam is worth 40% of the course certification. • Paper 2: The Study In Depth of a Period of Major Historical Change or Development & Associated Primary Evidence This exam focuses on Revolution & Dictatorship, during Russia, in the period 1917 to 1953, is split into two sections. Section A is one compulsory question linked to primary sources or sources contemporary to the period. Section B requires answering two essays, from a choice of three. This is a written exam, lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes. This exam is worth 40% of the course certification. • Coursework/Non-Examined Assessment Students will choose a question from a list based on the topic Protest, Reaction and Parliamentary Reform, Britain (1815 – 1918). Students will produce an extended essay in response to the specified question, of which will cover a historical period of 80 to 100 years. The essay should consist of between 2500 and 3500 words. This is a coursework piece, worth 20% of the course certification.