History

Paper One: Tsarist and Communist Russia 1855 - 1964 In this course we examine the nature of differing Russian governments from Tsar Alexander II to Stalin and conclude with Khrushchev. This is a fascinating course, considering how much changed during this period as well as how many things actually remained the same. Thus, you might consider why Stalin has been referred to as the Red Tsar. Paper Two: Depth study of the Wars of the Roses 1450 - 1499 In this option, we look at a period during which the English Monarchy suffered instability and the country was subjected to a range of political, economic and social pressures. This period has been more prominent in recent years with the reburial of Richard III and the popular books and television series which have focussed on it

Grade 5 or above in GCSE History, if taken othwerwise grade 5 or above in any in a Humanities GCSE. If no Humanities GCSEs were taken, a grade 5 in GCSE English, or in exceptional circumstances, a grade 4 will be considered.