IGCSE History gives you insight into the present social economic and political climate by understanding the events that led up to it, particularly those of the 20th century.
IGCSE History
Course code: HIS0977
Delivery method: Online
Course duration: 12 Months
Entry requirements: No prior qualification needed
Award achieved: CIE IGCSE History
Awarding body: CIE (Cambridge)
The combination of knowledge and skills in Cambridge IGCSE (9–1) History gives learners a solid foundation for further study.
You will explore what caused the European revolutions of 1848 which changed the shape of the continent, The First World War, the conflict between Israel and Palestine and Russian history. You will also develop critical reasoning skills and the ability to question primary sources.
Upon successful completion of the exam and practical assessments (as administered by CIE ), you will have achieved an internationally recognised Cambridge CIE IGCSE History (0977) qualification.
Tutor support
Our IGCSE courses come with tutor feedback and support by email for 12 months. They will mark your TMAs and provide valuable guidance through any trickier parts of the course whenever you need it. You will also receive a study guide to help you with all aspects of studying, essay writing and general student skills.
Our IGCSE courses come with tutor feedback and support by email for 12 months. They will mark your TMAs and provide valuable guidance through any trickier parts of the course whenever you need it. You will also receive a study guide to help you with all aspects of studying, essay writing and general student skills.
- Understand how past events influence the current state of the world.
- Develop critical reasoning skills and the ability to interrogate primary sources.
- Gain an appreciation of History and its wider context.
- Prepare for study at a higher level.
The CIE IGCSE History qualification is gained once the three exam papers are successfully completed. These exams are administered by CIE and assessment centre details will be included with your course, as well as practice papers so that you are more than prepared for your assessments.
In addition, if you select the added tutor support there will be a number of tutor marked assessments (TMAs) to ensure that you have a thorough understanding of the content, with the tutor sending comments to guide you through any areas of potential difficulty. This will ensure you are prepared for the final exams.
The course is primarily an online course using a Learning Management System (LMS).
The online course has many features that cannot be printed such as embedded videos, forums and interactive tests.
The course includes Tutor Marked Assessments which you access and submit through the online system.
This course is divided into 3 units:
Unit 1: History 1
Unit 1: History 1
Exam Availability: June
Written examination: 2 hours
Written paper, answer two questions on either the 19th or 20th century core content topics.
In Section B candidates answer one question on one depth study.
40% of the total marks available.
Unit 2: History 2
Unit 2: History 2
Exam Availability: June
Written examination: 2 hours
Written paper, answer two questions on either the 19th or 20th century core content topics.
33% of the total marks available.
Unit 3: History 3
Unit 3: History 3
Exam Availability: June
Written examination: 1 hour
Written paper, answer one question on one in-depth study based on historical sources.
27% of the total marks available.
Mock Exams:
Your online course contains mini assessments at the end of each chapter. However, if you wish to sit a Mock Exam before the finals, we can arrange that at the centre or online. Mock exam fees are additional, and they may vary from £25 to £50 per paper.
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Final Exams:
Roughly 6 months before your chosen exam date, you should book your place at an exam centre to take the final exam exams for GCSE/IGCSE Certificates.
The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) examinations, offered by Pearson Edexcel, are held in Summer (May/June) and Winter (January/February). Cambridge International Exams (CIE) take place in Winter (January/February), Summer (May/June) and Autumn (Oct/Nov) every year.
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