Studying IB History provides students with a deep understanding of significant historical events and processes that have shaped the world. The course encourages critical thinking, analysis of historical evidence, and understanding multiple perspectives. It prepares students for further education in history or related fields and develops skills valuable in various careers.
You will sit three two hour written exams – each exam will be worth a third of the A-level. The papers will feature a range of question styles.
Paper 1: British Study (The Tudors)
2hrs 30mins
40% of grade
Paper 2: World Study (Democracy and Nazism)
2hrs 30mins
30% of grade
Non-Examination Assessment
An independent research task followed by an extended essay of up to a 4,500 words
2hrs 15mins
20% of grade
To study this course, students must:
History is valued by a huge range of employers, not just for history, but for the skills learnt.
