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History

To study History you have to have attained at least a C grade at GCSE level.
What you will study
There are three units of study at AS (40%):
Period Study—Unit 1 (20%)
Depth Study—Unit 2 (20%)
There are three units of study at A2 (60%):
Breadth Study—Unit 3 (20%)
Depth Study—Unit 4 (20%)
Non-Examinable Assessment— Unit 5 (20%)
Period Studies— Learners study one period of around 100 years. The focus of study in this unit is on developments and changes over a broader timescale and learners study a range of significant topics each spanning a substantial duration.
Depth Study—The depth study requires candidates to study a shorter aspect of history in much greater depth. This unit encourages learners to use a wide range of different types of historical evidence.
Non-examinable assessment (NEA)—Learners investigate an issue of historical debate through a study of different historical interpretations. This encourages learners to use a range of evidence, both contemporary and made later, to explain how and why different historical interpretations are formed.
How you will study
5 hours a week of formal teaching, with at least 4 hours a week of personal study. Homework and independent study are important features of the course.
How you will be assessed
The examination board is WJEC. Further information on this specification is available on www.wjec.co.uk
Units 1-4 are assessed by an exam, which will take place in May of the first year for AS. A2 units are examined in June of the second year. Papers may be retaken to improve upon grades. The NEA is completed in Year 13 over the course of the year.
Your options after this course
History provides students with a wide range of transferable skills and can lead to a range of degree courses such as Law, Psychology, Journalism, Medicine and Archaeology. Popular career routes include roles in politics, publishing, law, social care, business and management and teaching.
Further information from Miss. K . Voice,
Subject Leader in History.

Why choose History?
A Level History is ideal if you have an inquiring, critical or analytical mindset.
Learn transferable skills, which keep your career options open. It combines well with other humanities subjects and an ideal contrasting subject for maths and science.
A History degree is an investment in your future.

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