GCSE History WJEC
The structure of the specification is distinctive, giving pupils the opportunity to study History in depth and in breadth. It allows them to make a clear distinction between the study of History in the short term and the medium and long term.
an introduction to gcse history
Why choose GCSE History?
History offers the opportunity to investigate the past and to recognise parallels and patterns that are still relevant today. Pupils develop an awareness of significance, change and continuity, cause and consequence and similarity and difference while learning skills to investigate and debate the past with confidence. GCSE History enables pupils to be curious and to stretch themselves to investigate events and people. It provides fascinating human stories as well as helping to students to develop as 21st century world citizens by recognising the impact of historical events that still reverberate today.
| Periods of Study | ||
Germany, 1890–1945: Democracy and Dictatorship | ||
Conflict and tension between East and West, 1945–1972 | ||
Britain: Migration, empires and the people: c790 to the present day. | ||
Restoration England, 1660–1685 |
History in the Sixth Form
Studying History provides students with skills of analysis which are invaluable in many jobs. A-level History is a stimulating and challenging subject.
The A-level is split into three components. Students will study 1485-1603 The Tudors, a breadth study; and The American Dream, Reality and Illusion 1945-1980, a depth study. Additionally, students will undertake a coursework essay on Witchcraft in Early Modern Europe. Each of the units reflect the political, economic and social changes within the countries across the relevant period.
Studying A-level History hones skills that are highly sought-after by employers and History graduates can go on to anything and everything. Careers in politics, journalism, PR, marketing, consultancy or business are not unusual, but this list is by no means exhaustive.