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City of Peterborough Academy

History

GCSE History - Key Stage 4

What will students do in this subject?

Pupils in History will undertake a thematic study of British medicine through time which will include an in depth study of medical advances in the trenches during WWI. Pupils will then look at a period British study of the reign of Queen Elizabeth I Pupils will also look at an international period study of the Cold War The modern depth study that pupils will learn will be Weimar and Nazi Germany (1918­1939) looking at the build up to WWII. 

The course will allow pupils to further develop their historical skills through sources as well as causation and significance based questions. 


Why History?

History at GCSE can lead to many different areas, both in terms of further education and career options. 

Further Education 
A History GCSE is important for anyone considering further education in the following subjects: History, Politics, International Relations, European studies, Social Policy, Archaeology, Law, Art history. 

Careers 
- Archaeologist 
- Museum curator 
- Teacher 
- Archivist, in a Records office 
- Media & advertising 
- Law 
- Film 
- Politics & Government 
- Working in NATO, EU or other IGOs 
- Diplomat 
- Economist

Any other relevant information? 
GCSE History pupils will need a love of the past and a desire to understand how the past has shaped our future. History helps you develop the skills to look beyond the headlines, to ask questions properly, and to express your own opinions. Skills and knowledge to truly understanding the world we live in.  

What might the subject lead into?

A History GCSE is important for anyone considering further education in the following subjects: History, Politics, International Relations, European studies, Social Policy, Archaeology, Law, Art history.