AQA History A Level
at Woodcote High School, Coulsdon · school or sixth form
What the college says
Students will learn about the extent to which Russia was transformed politically, socially, economically and culturally in the years 1855-1964. They wiII consider responses to the challenges of war, fluctuations in the economy, technological advancement, any advances in social equality & the impact of the revolutions not just internally in Russia, but also the impact on the wider world. Covering the reigns of the last 3 Tsars, the two revolutions of 1917 through to the reigns of Stalin & Khrushchev, this is fascinating Russian history. Students will study in depth of the challenges faced by those in authority in the years before, during and after the English Civil War. It explores concepts such as the Divine Right ; arbitrary government, Arminianism, and political and religious radicalism. It also encourages an in-depth understanding of how government works, arbitrary government and consensus, authority and opposition issues of settlement. Students to develop skills in the study and analysis of 100 years of German history, understanding the broad themes & questions, whilst evaluating the period through sources & interpretations of history. This is an independently researched assignment. The focus on Germany is to give the student an element of the familiar whilst learning new skills as students will be specifically required to analyse, explain and evaluate two historical interpretations and at least three primary sources.
What you need to get on
GCSE Grade 6 in History or in English Language or Literature
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Woodcote High School
Meadow Rise, Coulsdon, CR5 2EH
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · Coulsdon
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