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A Level
Isobel Ransome
DLD student
The History department at DLD is outstanding. History is taught in such a way that students genuinely enjoy the lessons and want to engage. The focus on learning the skills of historical analysis as well as other necessary skills means that by exam time, all students have become significantly more proficient and able in the subject. I have thoroughly enjoyed History at DLD and am motivated to study it further as a result.
History
What is History?
The study of history is much more than the study of the past. Its study allows for the development of fundamental skills that are transferable to any profession. Employers value the skills developed in the study of history: analysis, reading, debating, thinking, writing, assessing different sources.
What is History @ DLD?
The History course at DLD establishes a strong foundation in the subject along with independent student learning. The course covers a wide spectrum of periods and topics from fifteenth century England to post 1945 International Relations. The subject is taught in a variety of ways, including traditional lessons as well as DVDs, presentations and excursions. In short, it caters for all learning styles.
How is it assessed?
| Weighting | Format | ||
| Unit 1 | Mao's China, 1949-76 and Stalin's Russia, 1924-53 | 25% (50%) | 1 Hour 20 minute Exam |
| Unit 2 | Henry VIII: Authority, Nation and Religion, 1509-1540 | 25% (50%) | 1 Hour 20 minute Exam |
| Unit 3 | A World Divided: Superpower Relations, 1944-90 | 30% | 2 Hour Exam |
| Unit 4 | The Changing Role of Parliament in England, 1529-1629 | 20% | Coursework |
What do I need?
Although it is not critical to have studied History at GCSE, it is essential to have a genuine enthusiasm for the subject and a solid grade in GCSE English Language. Enjoyment of writing and reading extensively are essential because History is about reading and writing.
Good subject combinations
History is an academic subject and as such it goes well with other academic subjects such as English, Politics and Sociology whose study requires similar skills. However, the subject can be studied with virtually any other discipline, provided that the necessary skills and a willingness to develop or acquire them is present.
After DLD
Most people who study History do not go on to assume a career path in the subject such as teaching or lecturing. But because History has so many transferable skills, one would be hard pushed to find a profession that doesn't require all or most of them. Many university courses like Law insist on a History "A" Level precisely because of the nature of the skills that are developed. A History A level is a good general academic qualification that is widely respected by both universities and employers.
Questions
Can I do the course in one year? GENERALLY IT IS NOT
ADVISABLE BUT IT IS POSSIBLE UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, SUCH AS
DEMONSTRATION OF EXCEPTIONAL ABILITY IN THE SUBJECT.
Is Easter Revision available? YES
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