History
Barton Court Grammar School - Kent
01227464600
Longport, Canterbury, CT1 1PH
Course summary

History is a demanding and exciting subject. It is the study of the people and events that have shaped the modern world. You will become familiar with a range of source materials and evidence as well as how to interpret and write analytically. You will be given the opportunity to argue and debate issues in class and to get to grips with the lives of ordinary and extraordinary people. By the end of the course you will be able to weigh up evidence and communicate complex ideas effectively. The study of factors that shape these changes such as economic changes, social changes and political changes are themes which occur in the time periods studied.

Entry requirements

- Sixth Form entry requirements, including History at grade B or 6. However, students who have not studied the GCSE History course may be considered after discussion with the Curriculum Leader. - At least eight grade 4s at GCSEs including English and Mathematics and at least four grade 6's at GCSE, including a 6 in the subjects chosen where relevant, or in the case of a student not studying the subject at GCSE, a 6 is needed in the closest subject (s) they have studied at GCSE

How you'll be assessed

Unit 1 and Unit 2– Written examination taken at the end of Year 13. Unit 3 – Historical Enquiry

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityKent
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressLongport, Canterbury, CT1 1PH