There has never been a better time to study History in England. There is now a huge range of exciting topics that can be studied as part of History.
If you choose to study History at New College Leicester you will study Superpower relations and The Cold War. Linking with our 20th century units in year 9 this is a very topical subject that has shaped the society we live in today. You will also then study Anglo-Saxon and Norman England which covers 1066 and the changes that followed in Norman England, this often shocking and bloody period gives a fascinating insight into early medieval England. You will then complete the thematic study of Migration over time from the year 800 to the modern period. Finally you will move on to studying Weimar and Nazi Germany. This consistently popular unit addresses Hitler’s rise to power and the changes made by the Nazis.
Trips and visits in GCSE History
There are the following opportunities to take part in trips or hear from outside speakers:
Students are assessed in three exams which take place at the end of Year 11. Students will be taught the key historical skills throughout the course and will work extensively with sources and interpretations. Skills learned in History are highly transferrable and the course offers an ideal foundation for those wishing to pursue careers in law, journalism, social work, medicine, politics or the civil service.
History is a challenging, highly literary subject in which students are expected to read and write extensively. Learning will also be supported through discussion, decision making exercises and the use of historical sources. History is suitable for all motivated students with enquiring, open minds who are prepared to work hard.
Students can purchase the following recommended revision guides through the school at a discounted price of £2.70 each.
Career opportunities
This subject is useful for anyone intending to take up a career as a lawyer, teacher, politician, civil servant or journalist.
Post-16 opportunities
This subject leads into History at A Level and lends itself well to A levels in Law, Politics and International Relations.