Modern History
The past is all around us in our lives. History is a fascinating and worthwhile subject to study for its own sake. It is also important because it is only when we have some appreciation of what happened in the past – when we look at the causes and effects of historical change, and the part played by individuals, groups or great economic and social forces – that we can understand the present.
Course Structure
| Qual. Level | Module Code | Module Title | Assessment Type | % of Level | % Overall A Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AS Level | 6HI01 Options C6 & C7 | The British Empire: Colonisation & Decolonisation in Africa | Examination 1 hour 20 mins | 50 | 25 |
| 6HI02 Option E1 | British Political History, 1945-90: Consensus & Conflict | Examination 1 hour 20 mins | 50 | 25 | |
| A2 Level | 6HI03 Option E2 | A World Divided: Superpower Relations, 1944–90 | Examination 2 hours | 60 | 30 |
| 6HI04 Option CW37 | Historical Inquiry: The Changing Nature of Modern Warfare | Coursework | 40 | 20 |
Course Content
The course follows the Edexcel A-Level specification. In the first year (AS) you will analyse the reasons for the expansion and contraction of the British Empire in Africa, and examine the political history of Britain from 1945 to 1990. In the second year (A2) you will consider why the Cold War began at the end of World War II, and why it came to a sudden end between 1989 and 1991, and study the changing nature of modern warfare. You will acquire several transferable skills that will be valuable for further study and your future career, including how to locate and evaluate of sources of information, how to read and take notes effectively, how to assess differing interpretations, how to write a well-structured and convincing essay, and how to execute an extended research project.
Career Opportunities
You will find this qualification useful for several degree courses, including History, Politics and International Relations, War Studies, Philosophy, and Law. The knowledge and skills that you acquire will also be relevant for careers in heritage, education, the law, the police, the civil service, the armed forces, local government, journalism, and television.
Entry Requirements
Candidates must have the standard Sixth Form entry criteria, including GCSE English Language to at least grade C, and History to grade B. You must be willing to read sources beyond the set texts, including scholarly books and articles. You will also need to be capable of sustained attention and commitment in order to cope with the workload.
Costs
The course does not incur any costs beyond the initial College registration fee.
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