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OCR Level 3 Advanced GCE in History A

at Stoke Damerel Community College, Plymouth · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A Level History covers a period of over 500 years that has shaped our nation and our world. You will study four topics that will test your skills of independent research, essay planning and writing, source analysis and evaluation. 1. The Early Tudors 1485-1558 - Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward VI and Mary I with specific focus on the Mid Tudor Crisis. 2. Dictatorship and Democracy in Germany 1919-1963 - The rise and fall of Hitler and the aftermath of World War Two as Germany becomes divided East and West. 3. The Vietnam War 1945-1975 - The origins, events and consequences of this costly war. 4. Russia and Its Rulers 1863-1963 - study of changes in aspects of life in Russia from the time of the Tsars to Communist dictatorship. This course will challenge your perceptions and stimulate your investigative and analytical skills. The units reflect the world today and will provide you with the knowledge and skills sought by higher education and employers. Assessment in Year 12 is via 2 exams on The Tudors and Germany and in Year 13 via 3 exams on the Tudors, Germany, Russia and a controlled assessment on Vietnam.

What you need to get on

Grades 5 - 9 in English and Maths GCSE plus at least 3 other subjects. You will usually need to achieve at least a grade 6 in the subject you wish to study.

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

  • Stoke Damerel Community College

    Somerset Place, Plymouth, PL3 4BD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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