Sixth Form Courses 2022 to 2023

A Level History Additional entry requirements: A grade 5 in GCSE History would be desirable. Why study History at Thornleigh Sixth Form? History is a subject that helps you to understand who you are and where you come from. It is a challenging, but very rewarding A Level. Decisions that have been made throughout history affect the world in which we live today. Studying History will enable you to develop key skills that are vital to any workplace, or further education. The coursework unit is excellent preparation for the dissertations you will be expected to produce in most degree subjects. The essays you write will enhance your communication and evaluate skills. Course Description The History specification is made up of four parts. In Year 12 students will study Britain transformed 1918- 97. In this unit students will investigate how Britain changed in the last century. This will cover themes such as changes in how people spent their leisure time, changes in society and changes in politics (such as Thatcher as Prime Minister). In Year 12 students will also study the USA 1920-55. This will cover topics such as the Roaring Twenties, prohibition, the Great Depression and the birth of the Civil Rights movement. In Year 13 students will study the witch craze in Britain, Europe and North America 1580-1750. This will include topics such as the Salem and Pendle Witches and rise and decline of witch hunting. The final unit is coursework. It is likely this will be an investigation into the causes of World War One. This unit is the only unit not assessed by an exam. A Level students will also submit coursework in the spring of Year 13. What support will I receive? Reading is one of the main ways in which you can extend your knowledge. Remember, in all your assessed work you will be supported and will get plenty of practice. Students will also have the opportunity to access lunchtime drop in sessions throughout the course if they need extra help in the run up to final exams staff also put on weekly after school support sessions and sessions during the holidays. 17 Sixth Form Course Guide Studying History will enable you to develop key skills that are vital to any workplace, or further education.