History
The history department aims to realise the academic potetial of all pupils and to encourage an abiding love of the subject. This is achieved by the enthusiastic and committed approach of the specialist subject staff and by the active participation of pupils, which includes:
- dialogue in the classroom
- research on the internet and libraries
- visits to historical sites and history conferences
- watching documentary films
- scrutiny of sources
- analytical writing and problem solving exercises
The skills of history (mastering of detail, clarity of thought, analytical ability and fluency) can be used throughout life in many spheres. It is through the study of history that students reach a proper understanding of our own society and our institutions. History extends the horizions of students by providing a wealth of vicarious experiences and it is enriching both as an academic and leisure pursuit. Pupils are encouraged to appreciate the recreational as well as the intellectual horizions of the subject.
Key Stage 3
Year 7 1066, The Medieval World, Extra-European study - Islam
Year 8 The foundation of the United Kingdom, Tudors and Stuarts
Year 9 The making of modern Britain
GCSE - Modern World History (AQA)
- Britain in the First World war
- Peace to war 1918-1941
- Cold War 1945-1963
- Communism in Russia
- Nazism in Germany
- The General Strike 1926
- Conflict in 20th Century Ireland
AS and A2 Level (AQA)
Modules from:
German History 1868-1990
British History 1815-1914
Coursework Paper: Russia 1850-1953. This coursework option may change.