KS5 Subject: History

What topics will you study in KS5 History?

• Paper 1: Option 1F: In search of the American Dream: the USA, c1917–96
• Paper 2: Option 2F: South Africa, 1948–94: from apartheid state to ‘rainbow nation’
• Paper 3: Option 35.1: Britain: losing and gaining an empire, 1763–1914

Do you have a reading list for this subject?

We encourage students to read “around” the subject by reading varied articles on historical issues, eras and ideas.

How will you be assessed at the end of the course?

Students are assessed by 80% examination and 20% coursework:

• In search of the American Dream: the USA, c.1917-96 – 30% of total qualification
• South Africa, 1948-94: from apartheid state to ‘rainbow nation’ 20% of total qualification
• Britain: losing and gaining an Empire 1763-1914 – 30% of total qualification Coursework: 20% of total qualification

How can you help your child excel in this subject?

Visit places of historical interest including museums, art galleries, exhibitions. Encourage your child to read/watch the news regularly to keep abreast of contemporary issues which reinforce historical concepts. Discuss what your child is learning in lessons and ask them to explain their thoughts/ideas on the topic and check homework assignments on the school’s DPR Encourage your child to conduct independent research into the topic being studied in lessons.