History

Course summary

Why choose this subject? If you have a passion for understanding the past and enjoy thinking critically and reflectively, then History is the subject for you. This course offers you a deep dive into major historical events and movements that shaped the modern world. What will I study? You will study modern British history (1930–1997), Germany’s political shifts (1919–1963), and the American Civil Rights movement (1865–1992), exploring key events, ideologies, and social change across three nations. Where can this subject take me? History offers powerful insights into the past while building key skills in research, analysis, and critical thinking. These are highly valued in careers like law, journalism, politics, civil service, and media where understanding complex issues and evaluating evidence is essential.