IGCSE History

Key Learning Objectives

Our GCSE & IGCSE History Curriculum enables students to develop a deep understanding of global historical events and their impact on modern society. Through engaging lessons and primary source analysis, students will:

• Examine historical periods, societies, and key events that shaped the world.
• Develop historical enquiry and analytical skills through critical evaluation of sources.
• Understand cause and consequence, continuity and change in history.
• Explore different perspectives on historical narratives.
• Build strong essay-writing and argumentation skills for structured analysis.

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Flexible Learning Models to Suit Every Student

At IWS Online, we offer three adaptable learning models, ensuring students engage with history in a way that best supports their learning style:

📌 Full-Time Live Learning

• Best suited for students who thrive in a structured, interactive environment.
• Participate in 3 live lessons per week, engaging in debates, document analysis, and historical research.
• Receive real-time teacher feedback and personalised support.

📌 Blended Learning Programme

• A balanced mix of teacher-led instruction and independent study.
• Includes 1 live lesson per week, supplemented by 3 recorded sessions.
• Reinforces learning through historical case studies, interactive timelines, and thematic essays.

📌 Self-Paced Independent Learning

• Designed for students who prefer flexibility and self-guided study.
• Includes 3 recorded lessons per week, allowing learners to progress at their own pace.
• Encourages self-directed research, critical analysis, and exam preparation.

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What Will Students Learn?

📌 Core Topics Covered in GCSE & IGCSE History
The curriculum covers key historical themes, ensuring a broad and balanced understanding of global history:

• World Wars & International Conflicts – Causes, impacts, and global consequences.
• Revolutions & Social Movements – Political and social transformations across different eras.
• The Cold War & Global Politics – The struggle for power and influence in the modern world.
• Economic & Industrial Developments – The evolution of trade, technology, and industrial revolutions.
• Cultural & Political Changes – The role of ideologies, leaders, and societal transformations.

📌 Exam Preparation & Assessment Strategies
Students receive structured exam support, including:

• Past paper analysis and examiner feedback.
• Source-based questions and essay-writing practice.
• Critical discussions on historical interpretations and perspectives.

📌 Preparation for Future Studies and Careers
This course provides an excellent foundation for students progressing to A-Level History, International Relations, Political Science, and Law.

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Contact Us

📌 Discover the Power of History with IWS Online!
Our GCSE & IGCSE History programme at IWS Online ensures students develop analytical skills, historical insight, and research expertise, essential for academic and professional success.

Start your journey into the past with IWS Online!

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