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The majority of students in year nine decide to study History at GCSE. We study the SHP course on the History of Medicine and the American West. You will produce two pieces of coursework. The first will be done in Year 10 and focuses on changes in society in the 18th and 19th Century by studying Wimpole Hall. In Year 11, we examine the conflict in Northern Ireland and the chance of lasting peace. We aim to make History dynamic and exciting to study. As well as written work, you will have the opportunity to debate key questions and formulate your own opinions on key issues in History. Our results are among the very best for History in the country. Students make excellent progress in this subject and for those wishing to continue their studies beyond GCSE, we would particularly recommend this subject to you.
There are many different reasons to study history, as it is a fantastic combination of all the other school subjects. There are many arguments over the importance of history, and these still go on today.
History helps you discover how your world evolved.
History helps you develop the skills to look beyond the headlines, to ask questions properly, and to express your own opinions.
History trains your mind and teaches you how to think and process information.
History students are rounded individuals who develop an understanding of both past and present.
The pursuit of historical events and people is fun - a form of time travel.
History helps you make sense of most other subjects.
A lack of historical knowledge prevents people from truly understanding the world they live in.
History helps you understand the origins of modern political and social problems.
History lets you learn how and why people behaved as they did.
History provides you with the skills employers are looking for.
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