Why study GCSE History?. 1) Interest GCSE History covers a variety of topics We learn about how today’s world has been shaped, and this will deepen your.

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Why study GCSE History?

1) Interest GCSE History covers a variety of topics We learn about how today’s world has been shaped, and this will deepen your understanding of life around you. Our new course covers: Why study GCSE History? Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060–88 The American West, c1835– c1895 The USA, 1954–75: conflict at home and abroad. Crime and punishment in Britain, c1000–present and Whitechapel, c1870–c1900: crime, policing and the inner city.

2) Your Future History qualifications are highly regarded by businesses and universities because history students develop skills in communication, research, independent thinking, problem solving, and analysis. History GCSE is examination and controlled assessment based, so a GCSE in History requires reading, writing and revision. The skills learnt when studying History are relevant to all jobs. Why study GCSE History? History skills are beneficial for careers in: Law Film writing and producing – you could be involved in making the next ‘Gladiator’! Police Television production and research Archaeology Politics Medicine and caring Education Sports coaching Social Policy Researching MI5 Pick up a quiz on options evening – can you spot the famous people who studied History at University?

3) What we do to help you The History Department at TCS is committed to your progress and achievement. To this end, we provide specially crafted lesson materials which are aimed at the learning of your group, clear feedback about your written work, examination performance and general progress, revision materials, revision plans, and revision sessions after school. If you have any particular problems or issues, or simply require further advice, your teachers will take the time to sit down with you and provide strategies and direction. Why study GCSE History?