
AQA GCSE HISTORY
“Develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and historical understanding for GCSE success and beyond.”
Title: GCSE History
QAN Number: 601/8217/9
Content
Assessment
Course components include:
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One period study
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One thematic study
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One wider world depth study
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One British depth study, including the historic environment
Paper 1 – Understanding the Modern World
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Written exam: 2 hours
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84 marks (including 4 marks for spelling, punctuation, and grammar)
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50% of GCSE
Paper 2 – Shaping the Nation
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Written exam: 2 hours
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84 marks (including 4 marks for spelling, punctuation, and grammar)
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50% of GCSE

Progression opportunities
This course is suitable for any student capable of reaching the required standard.
This course provides excellent preparation for AS and A-level History, while also equipping students with essential life skills and a strong foundation for future employment.
Explore some of the career paths that studying history open up below.
Address
FUEL Independent School
(First Universal Enterprises Limited)
Unit 7 Ellesmere Business Park
Haydn Road
Sherwood
Nottingham
NG5 1DX
Address
FUEL In The Community
Melbourne Park
Melbourne Road
Aspley
NG8 5HL
Main Reception
0115 9609 139
Emergency Number
07775 556555






