Subject: History
Head of Department: Mr G Bennett
Qualification: GCSE
Examination Board: WJEC
Course Content:
The new history course will require students to study an in-depth unit on Welsh history. A second unit will cover European and world history, assessed as an NEA. Unit 3 will cover an element of world history. Unit 4 will be a Non-Examined Assessment (NEA) on changes in society within Great Britain.
How will you learn:
- analysing and evaluating different historical interpretations;
- using historical evidence to help you find out about the past;
- considering the contribution made to society by key individuals;
- using a range of materials such as ICT, written and visual sources, artefacts and music;
- own independent research.own independent research.
How you will be assessed:
Units 1 and 3 will be assessed as written examinations. Both exams are for one hour. Units 2 and 4 will be classroom based NEAs.
Additional information / skills:
The study of History will help you to consider and appreciate the experience and perspective of others, the ability to identify, respond to and influence social, moral and political challenges and situations.
Job ideas:
Antique trade, archaeologist, archive work, author, barrister, heritage work, museum work, history teacher, journalist, librarian, security service (MI5 & MI6), solicitor, tour guide.
For further information see: Mr G Bennett
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