Why History

• Teaches essay writing skills which are very important for further education.
• Gives an understanding of important historical periods and themes.
• Develops skills of information handling, analysis and evaluation. 
• Possible career paths include: Journalism, Law, Management, Social Work and Teaching.

Topics

• Britain 1850-1951 – focusing on: the Growth of Democracy; the Liberal Reforms 1906-14; the Labour Governments 1945-51 & Women & the vote
• Italy – focusing on the failure and success of Italian nationalism 1815-1870: and the rise to power of Fascism 1918-1939
• Migration & Empire 1830-1939, the causes of Scottish migration, impact on the empire, impact of empire and migration on Scotland.