History at Rishworth
The syllabus for Years 7 - 9 is based on the National Curriculum without
being rigidly tied to it thus allowing for greater flexibility in terms of
structure and content. During these first three years pupils will study the
Romans, the Middle Ages, Tudors and Stuarts, Native Peoples of the Americas, the
Industrial Revolution, Black Peoples of America and the 20th Century World.
GCSE History follows the OCR Modern World History course including such
topics as the First World War, Hitler and Germany, the USA in the 1920s and
1930s and the Cold War.
The AS and A2 courses involve a study of key events in British,
European and World history in the 19th and 20th centuries. The course has units
focusing on British, US and Russian history. One module of the A2 specification
is a coursework module.
Outside the Classroom
Years 7 - 9 have enjoyed a regular programme of visits organised by
the Department. Year 7 visited Skipton Castle and Bolton Abbey as part
of their study of the Middle Ages. Year 8 visited Leeds Royal Armouries
for a presentation by museum staff and a "hands on" session relating to
their study of the English Civil War. This allowed them the opportunity
to try on seventeenth century costume and handle both authentic and
replica weapons.
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