Course code
MA023
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Attendance
Full time
Duration
2 years
Intake
September only

History is a fascinating subject that allows you to learn about some of the greatest personalities and most significant events of the past, both in Britain and in the wider world.

Learning about the past is important in helping you to understand why things happened and what significance they have today. This course is an analytical and evaluative subject; if you enjoy asking questions and discussing points of view, you will be well suited to it. You will learn to consider many approaches to the study of the subject and realise that there is no one ‘correct’ approach.

Studying this course will involve gaining the ability to research, analyse and evaluate evidence. It will aid you in effectively expressing an argument and in making judgments on contentious issues, based on that evidence.

You will also enhance your ability to participate confidently in a range of historical discussions. History is a facilitating subject, and guest speakers and visits to places of historical significance may take place.

History combines the study of the early medieval and early modern periods.

The topics studied on this course are:

  • The Crusades and the Crusader States 1095-1192
  • The Early Stuarts and the Origins of the Civil War 1603-1660
  • Rebellion and Disorder under the Tudors 1485-1603
  • Non-examined assessment (coursework)

Assessment is 80% exam (essay and source/interpretation evaluation) and 20% coursework.

History is highly regarded by universities and employers because students who study this subject develop experience in gathering and analysing information. You will find a history qualification useful in many careers such as:

  • Journalism
  • Teaching
  • Legal Professions
  • Civil Service
  • Media
  • Business
  • Accountancy

Essay writing will be an integral part of the assessment process.  You will also need research skills to help complete the coursework.  Participation in class discussion forms much of the learning process.

Positive Futures is a set of essential qualities, embedded throughout your study programme, that we seek to develop in all students: 

  • Commitment
  • Collaboration
  • Confidence
  • Resilience

You will also engage in the Positive Futures Careers Programme, developing key employability skills through a diverse range of activities including work placements, volunteering, employer talks, industry study visits and employment and university fairs.

For A-level programmes: 6 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (to include 3 GCSEs at grade 9-4 and 3 GCSEs at grade 9-5). Require grade 9-4 in English Language and Maths.
For A-level History: Grade 9-5 English Language

As a Bury College student you will have access to a wide range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute to your personal growth and development and support your academic studies. 

These may include:

  • Art Club
  • Chess Club
  • Dance, Drama and Singing Workshops
  • Duke of Edinburgh Award
  • Gaming Hub
  • Music Club
  • Pride Club
  • Student Ambassador Scheme
  • A wide range of sport including Badminton, Cricket, Football, Fitness Training, Nerf, Netball, Volleyball and Table Tennis.

Please Note: We attempt to ensure that all information contained within this website is correct and up-to-date. However, some details may change as we review and update our provision. Although every effort is made to provide the teaching, examination, assessment and other services detailed on this website and in our other publications, Bury College cannot guarantee the provision of such programmes, services, facilities and fees. Bury College reserves the right to amend, withdraw, alter or amalgamate any of the courses, locations and facilities detailed within at any time. Should circumstances require such amendments, Bury College undertakes to use all reasonable steps to minimise the resultant disruption to those services and most importantly to students.

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