HISTORY GCSE

Examination Board     EDEXCEL   1336

Assessment               Two written examination papers worth 75%
                                 Coursework worth 25%
Why is it Useful?

The skills of an historian are central to success in a wide range of careers and life itself: the ability to analyse, argue, research, debate and interpret is much sought after. History explains how the world around us has been created and helps us to plan the future; this is significant because, as Malcolm X said: 'The future belongs to those who prepare for it today'.
 
During the course you will study...

• 1. Modern America.
  2. Medicine through time.
• 3. The American West

You will be expected to ....

• be motivated to succeed and make the most of the subject's modular structure.
• be enthusiastic and committed to hard work.
• participate in a wide range of learning activities.
 
Studying this subject could lead to...

• the Sixth Form and the A/S and A2 Level History course.
• careers in Law, the Civil Service and Government, journalism. radio and television.
• business and personnel work.
• careers in nursing, archaeology, archiving and museums.
• teaching and all jobs requiring analytical skills, research and the ability to communicate clearly.