Why study History?
Studying History provides us with an insight into our own lives and of the society and the wider world in which we live. Through an understanding of the concept of continuity, you can better appreciate change and its significance, both in your own times and in the past. It is also intended to enable you to develop skills in explaining historical developments and events, evaluating sources and drawing conclusions.
The skills you learn in History are valuable in a wide range of career sectors, including public administration, business management, law, museum work, teaching and journalism.
History is an interesting subject which opens up the world of the past for learners but also enlightens the present.
Levels available National 4, National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher
Course Outline Both National 4 and National 5
- Historical Study: SCOTTISH
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THE ERA OF THE GREAT WAR, 1900 -1928
- Historical Study: BRITAIN
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THE MAKING OF MODERN BRITAIN, 1880 -1951
- Historical Study: EUROPEAN AND WORLD
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FREE AT LAST- CIVIL RIGHTS IN THE USA, 1918-1968
- ADDED VALUE UNIT - Learners will extend and apply their knowledge and skills by researching a historical question or issue of their choice.
Progression
National 4 learners must have previously been successful at Level 3 and, if successful, can possibly progress onto National 5 (S5) and then Higher (S6) National 5 learners must have previously been successful at Level 4 or 5 and, if successful, can possibly progress onto Higher (S5) and then Advanced Higher (S6)
Assessment Requirements
National 4
• Continuous class and homework assessment
• Successful completion of internal assessments
• Completed Added Value Project
• No final SQA examination National 5
• Continuous class and homework assessment
• Successful completion of end of unit assessments
• Completion of Added Value Assignment
• SQA Course Examination
Possible careers
• Secondary and Primary School Teacher
• Lawyer
• Journalist
• Historic buildings inspector or conservation officer
• Academic librarian
• Archaeologist
• Archivist
• Civil Service administrator
• Editorial assistant
• Information officer/Tour Guide
• Politician
• Web content manager
• Museum education officer
• Museum or gallery curator
Links to further info
National 4 SQA - https://www.sqa.org.uk/files/nq/CfE_CourseSpec_N4_SocialStudies_History.pdf
National 4 Bitesize - https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/ztyfr82
National 5 SQA - https://www.sqa.org.uk/files/nq/CfE_CourseSpec_N5_SocialStudies_History.pdf
National 5 Bitesize - https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/subjects/z2phvcw
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