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A LEVEL, HUMANITIES

History – A Level

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Start Date : September 2026
Location : Telford 6th

COURSE FEATURES

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Explains how the past shapes our future

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Enhances research and communication abilities

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Encourages an appreciation for different perspectives

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Opens pathways to a wide range of careers

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This course explores political, economic and social change in Germany, Spain and Britain (c1780–1989). You will study democracy, dictatorship, war and reform, analysing causes, consequences and differing experiences. The course develops skills in explanation, comparison and evaluation, helping you understand how governments and societies respond to crisis and change over time.

This course is divided into three units. The Germany topic (1918–1989) traces political change from the Weimar Republic to Nazi rule and the stability of West Germany. The Spain unit (1930–1978) covers the Second Republic, Civil War, Franco’s dictatorship, and transition to democracy. The Britain unit (c1780–1939) examines public health and responses to poverty.
Study options at university could include history, law, politics, international relations or journalism.

Aspirational career options include law (solicitor, barrister), teaching and education, civil service and government, journalism and media, business and management, archaeology and heritage, or politics and international relations.
5 GCSEs at grades 9-4 including English language at grade 5 and maths. If taken at GCSE, a minimum grade 5 in history. If GCSE history has not been taken, we’ll need to discuss your options with you.
Three exams, and an independently researched essay of 4,000 words. Students choose a historical topic, analyse a range of sources, and evaluate different interpretations in order to reach a supported judgment.
A highlight of the year is that for the past few years we in collaboration with the Holocausts Educational Trust has been able to send a selected group of students to visit Auschwitz-Birkenau. This enables students to see firsthand the atrocities of the Nazi regime and gain key skills along the way.

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