A2 history revision course

For students following all syllabuses

“The good historian is like the giant of the fairy tale.  He knows that wherever he catches the scent of human flesh, there his quarry lies.”
Marc Bloch, The Historian's Craft

Who is it for?

This A2 history revision course is suitable for all A2 history students.

If you are not sure if this course is for you, call us on 0845 06 06 555 to discuss your options.

What does the course cover?

We’ll help you to:

·        Deal with sophisticated content and evidence

·        Unpick complex historical concepts

·        Craft analytical responses with fully justified conclusions

·        Critically analyse and utilise historical sources

·        Link and compare different aspects of the area you’ve studied

·        Analyse the cause and consequences of historical events

·        Evaluate how the past has been interpreted, reinterpreted and represented

What exam knowledge does it teach?

We’ll give you specific advice in these key areas to help with your A2 history exam:

·        Including the right level of detail and accurate information

• Answering with the right depth and precision
• Displaying high quality links and arguments
• Referencing historical interpretation and debate appropriately
• Arguing your case convincingly, when required
• Ensuring you respond to all relevant aspects of each question
• Explaining and discussing, rather than simply repeating what you’ve learnt
• Drawing a logical, convincingly-argued conclusion

How to get more information and book

Because we tailor each course to fit the needs of the students on that course, there is no standard lesson plan. The information on this page is a guide only.