Full Time AS/A2 History (Modern)

History (Modern) AS/A2

Entry Requirements
Students do not need to have studied History for GCSE. However, well-developed writing skills are a prerequisite for a very demanding course. A minimum of Grade C English will be expected.

Course content
Some of the principal events of the Twentieth Century constitute the framework for the Modern History course.
AS: Year 1
You will study Russia from 1855-1917. Topics to examine will be how far the rule of the Tsars changed the economic, political and social aspects of the country and how the growing opposition led to revolution and the emergence of Lenin and the Communist state. In addition, there will be an in-depth study of the origins and the course of the Vietnam War considering the role that the USA played in this conflict at the height of the Cold War.
A2: Year 2
You will study the political, economic and social changes of Britain in the latter half of the twentieth century with an emphasis on how much they changed in this period. In addition, you will assess British foreign policy in regards to the loss of the Empire and its relationship both to Europe and the USA. The coursework option will cover the origins and development of the Arab-Israeli conflict over the last hundred years.

How Will I Be Assessed?
Assessment will take the form of document response and essay writing under exam conditions together with one coursework assignment in the Second Year.

What Could I Do Next?
History is a popular subject for Higher Education and the transferable skills it cultivates are applicable to a wide variety of careers, including journalism, the Civil Service, banking and business in general.

Are There Any Special Expenses?
There are no special expenses although students will be advised to purchase some books to supplement supplied textbooks.