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A-Level History (AS/A2) Course Code: ODL148

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This is the AS/A2 History home learning course. This course is the full A-Level course. A-Levels are split up into two parts. The first part is called the AS level, this is half of an A-level. To turn an AS Level into a full A-level you then do the second half of the course which is called "A2".

On completion of this course students will be able to:

• Recall, select and deploy historical knowledge accurately
• Communicate historical knowledge
• Present historical explanations
• Show understanding of appropriate concepts
• Arrive at substantiated judgements

Course Content

Unit 1: The Seeds of Evil: The Rise of National Socialism in Germany to 1933 

• The Nazi Party from its formation to the Beer Hall Putsch 
• Nazi beliefs about, and policies towards, Weimar politics and society 
• Economic, social and political reasons for support of, and opposition to, the Nazis to 1933
• Hitler and German politics, 1929-33

Unit 2: Welfare and the Constitution: The Liberal Governments 1905-1915 

• The needs of the people: Liberal welfare and social reforms, 1906-11 
• Constitutional conflict: the Liberals and the House of Lords 
• Conflict over nationalism: the Liberals and the Irish Question 
• Political leadership: the roles of Asquith and Lloyd George

Unit 3: Responding to Reform: Party and Policy in the Age of Gladstone and Disraeli, 1867-85

• Parliamentary reform, 1867-85: its significance for the Liberal and Conservative Parties 
• Gladstone's governments of 1868-74 and 1880-85: political and social issues 
• Disraeli's government of 1874-80: political and social issues 
• The political rivalry of Gladstone and Disraeli

Unit 4: Expansion and Aggression: German Foreign Policy 1933-39

• Nazi ideology and its importance for establishing foreign policy priorities: economic, social and territorial objectives 
• Nazi-Fascist diplomacy: the Axis with Italy, 1933-39 
• The challenge to the Treaty of Versailles, 1933-36; reasons for its success 
• German expansion, 1936-39, and the extent of German responsibility for the outbreak of the Second World War

Unit 5: Representation and Democracy in Britain, 1830-1931 

• Changes in the size and composition of the electorate, 1830-85 
• Changes in the size and composition of the electorate,1886-1931 
• The effect of electoral changes on political parties, 1830-85 
• The effect of electoral changes on political parties, 1886-1931

Unit 6: Hitler and the Nazi State: Power and Control 1933-39 

• The legacy of the Weimar government and the subsequent popularity of Nazi rule in Germany 1933-39 
• Nazi propaganda and the use of terror; the nature and extent of resistance to Nazi rule 
• The structure of the Nazi state and the personal rule of Hitler 
• The power of Hitler's lieutenants: Goebbels, Goering and Himmler

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual, assignments and study guide plus tutor support by mail or email. You can start at any time and plan your studies over a period of up to one year from the time of registration.

Qualifications

The course leads to the an A-Level History (AS/A2) issued by AQA upon completion of your course. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level.

Course Questions & Answers

What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

There are no previous skills needed to enrol on this course.

Is there a time limit for completion of this course?

We provide you with a full 12 months to complete your home learning course, this is a lot more time than you need so that you can study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines, this course is truly flexible and aimed at being adaptable around your lifestyle.

What is included in the cost of my course?

• You will receive your official course manual
• A4 folder containing assignments
• A stationery pack is also provided including paper, envelopes, pens and folders.
• Unlimited online tutor support
• FREE quality record bag to keep all of your home learning materials in

Are there any additional costs?

Students will need to arrange and pay for their examinations at a local school, college or assessment centre. Details of examination dates and examination enrolment deadlines are included in the 'Student Welcome Pack'. Students should check examination board website for final examination sitting dates for this specification.

How do I get my work assessed?

Returning your work is simple. We provide an online learning environment for our A Level courses that allows you to submit your work electronically via your computer. You also have the option of returning your assessments via Email if you so wish.

What do I do if I still have questions?

Please feel free to use the Contact Us Form on this website. A home learning course tutor will respond as soon as possible.

If you enrol on more than one home learning course we wont charge any extra postage! Click here for a full list of distance learning courses available