Level: AS

Awarding Body: Edexcel

The AS level modules includes:
Module 1 The seeds of evil: the rise of National Socialism in Germany to 1933
Module 2 Welfare and the constitution: the Liberal Governments 1905 - 1915
Module 3 Responding to reform: Party and policy in the age of Gladstone and Disraeli, 1867-85

Student Information Sheet

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Course Description

Aim

The course focuses on key events of the 19th and 20th centuries, providing insight into the forces which have shaped the modern world. It helps students to explore the significance of events, individuals, cultures and social movements in history. Students will learn how to gather and analyse information, weigh up evidence and communicate effectively.

Relevance

The study of History enables students to understand more about the world today and what lessons there are to learn for the future.

Students will also find the skills they develop through studying via a distance learning methodology will benefit them enormously in later life, whether at university or in their chosen careers.

Assessment

AS level: three written examinations.
Informal assessment is continuous by regular marked assignments set by the tutor.

Entry Requirements

GCSE mean score of 5.5, including English at grade C or above.