Key Stage 3

In Key Stage Three we are studying a thematic curriculum across students first three years at Honiton Community College. Students have three hours of History a fortnight. In year 7 we focus on the causes, development and consequences of conflict through time, from the Romans right up to the Second World War.

In Year 8 the themes are People, Power and Protest. Topics include the power of Cleopatra, the French Revolution, the fall of the Slave trade and the struggle for Votes for women.

In Year 9 we are in the final year of our chronological approach to History and students will be studying the Industrial Revolution, The First World War, the rise of dictators in Europe and the Second World War.

Key Stage 4

In Key Stage Three we are studying a thematic curriculum across students first three years at Honiton Community College. Students have three hours of History a fortnight. In year 7 we focus on the causes, development and consequences of conflict through time, from the Romans right up to the Second World War.

In Year 8 the themes are People, Power and Protest. Topics include the power of Cleopatra, the French Revolution, the fall of the Slave trade and the struggle for Votes for women.

In Year 9 we are in the final year of our chronological approach to History and students will be studying the Industrial Revolution, The First World War, the rise of dictators in Europe and the Second World War.

Key Stage 5

AQA A level History - AQA History 2040 (click here)

History is about people, which is what life is about. As an individual it is important to understand the world in which we live. History looks at art, psychology, geography, economics, sociology, science, literature, politics, individuals, national cultures and more.

The syllabus is based on 4 separately examined modules. The 1st 2 form the AS level and the final 2 achieve the A Level award.

Overall, the course is designed to offer a range of history dealing with Britain, Vietnam and America, Communist Russia and it allows the opportunity for students to pursue their own interests.