History

Each subject will have its own entry requirements. Please see individual courses for more details.

A level subjects, which subjects are you interested in studying?
Please choose SIX subjects.
For each subject please choose an order of preference. Choose option 1 in the subject which you would most like to study, option 2 in your second subject choice and continue until you have your six subject options.

Optional enrichment courses:
you may choose Mathematical Studies in addition to the A Level subjects you will take in Year 12.

Mathematical Studies is a level 3 maths qualification aimed at students who have a level 4,5 or 6 in maths at GCSE. It is designed to improve students’ mathematical and problem solving skills and to help with the maths in other subjects such as the sciences, psychology, geography and economics.

or

The Extended Project Qualification

History
A level
During your course you will study a variety of complex and often controversial topics from British and German history. In some units you will concentrate on the exploration of interlocking themes spanning a long period of time and in others you will pore over the fine socio-economic and political detail from much shorter periods. You will be consistently challenged to make sense of the past using a variety of sources relating to different periods and to critically evaluate the views of modern historians.

Why history?
The study of history will enable you to develop skills essential in the modern world. History A level complements many other subjects and students find careers in law, personnel management, banking, the civil service and teaching to name but a few. Former history students from Hartismere have gone on to study at some of the top universities in the country, have graduated with First Class degrees and are now working in a range of professions.

What’s expected?
This demanding course will suit students who are prepared to put in maximum effort inside and outside the classroom. You will be well supported by your teachers but you must be prepared to ask for and follow advice. You must be highly motivated, well organised and someone who genuinely enjoys finding answers to tough questions.

You will be expected to formulate your own opinions and produce sharply focused written and oral explanations based on a forensic analysis of the detailed evidence available. In every case you will be assessed on your ability to produce extended written answers including independently researched projects.

It is not necessary to have studied History at GCSE level but a minimum level 5 in English is required for these students. For those that have followed the GCSE course a grade 5 or above is required.

Careers in law, personnel management, banking, the civil service and teaching. The study of History will enable you to develop skills essential in the modern world.