A-Level History at AGGS Sixth Form Options Evening The demands of - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
A-Level History at AGGS Sixth Form Options Evening The demands of the new GCSE history course mean that you will be very well prepared for the A-Level course: Similar style of questions Depth and range of content Ability to
Sixth Form Options Evening
Tsarist and Communist Russia 1855-1964 The English Revolution 1625-1660
The Tudors: England 1485-1603 The American Dream 1945-1980 The Historical Investigation topic for each course The British women’s suffrage campaign 1832-1928
This unit provides an overview of a fascinating period
Russian history. Students will study the role of key events and personalities in the build up to the Russian Revolution . The second part of the course will focus on the birth of the Soviet Union and the emergence of a communist dictatorship.
This course investigates of the most important periods of English history-the English Revolution. The first part of the course will focus on the origins of the English Civil War. Students will then proceed to focus in-depth on the key events and consequences of this key period in English history, including the execution of Charles I.
The first part of the course focuses on the reigns of the Early Tudors-Henry VII and Henry VIII. Henry VII is often ignored at the expense of his son but this course will provide in-depth coverage of the significance of the early years of the Tudor Dynasty. After exploring the colourful reign of Henry VIII, students will consider various aspects of the reign of the mid and later Tudors- Edward, Mary and Elizabeth.
How did Henry VII establish the Tudor Dynasty after the Battle of Bosworth? How did Henry VIII rule England? What happened to Lady Jane Grey-’the nine day Queen’? What was the ’the mid-Tudor Crisis’? Does Elizabeth I deserve her reputation as the Queen of a Golden Age?
This option provides for a study in depth of the challenges faced by the USA at home and abroad as it emerged from the Second World War as a Superpower. For many Americans, post-war prosperity realised the ‘American dream’ but the prosperity was not shared by all and significant problems at home and abroad challenged the extent to which the ‘American dream’ was a reality.
Students will have an opportunity to study key events and turning points such the role of the United States in the Vietnam War, the civil rights movement and the era of youth protests. Students will also explore the role of key individuals such as John F. Kennedy, Martin Luther King and Richard Nixon.
How, when and why were women able to secure the right to vote? And its not all about Emmeline Pankhurst and Emily Davison
Course 1 Course 2
This year’s talks have included ....
Lady Jane Grey Marxism Greek mythology French philosophers
History is also very practical, because it involves:
Learning about people - how they interact, the motives and emotions that can tear people apart into rival factions or help them to work together for a common cause (useful knowledge for team- building at work!) Learning about countries, societies and cultures - so many of today's conflicts and alliances have their roots in the past; how can you negotiate with, trade successfully with, or report on a country if you know nothing of its history? Learning to locate and sift facts - to identify truth and recognise myth, propaganda and downright lies (useful in every aspect of life!) Presenting what you've learned in a way that makes sense to
the confidence to defend your findings.
History is studied by those contemplating a range of careers, from law, journalism, politics, television and business - the list is endless! The vast array of skills that you will develop whilst studying GCSE History will open a huge range of careers to you.
History is an increasingly valuable subject, highly regarded by educational establishments and employers alike. 34% of History graduates went into: Administration, Management, Marketing of Finance.
Accountancy Banking Journalists and editors
Solicitors and barristers Police force Medicine or related careers
Liberal Arts Accountancy Dental Therapy Pharmacology Geography Business and Management (4 students) Industrial Economics Law Classical Ballet Environment and Planning English (2 students) Speech and Language Therapy International Relations (2 students) History
Tsarist and Communist Russia 1855-1964 The English Revolution 1625-1660
The Tudors: England 1485-1603 The American Dream 1945-1980 The Historical Investigation topic for each course The British women’s suffrage campaign 1832-1928