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Each of the three GCSE Schools History specifications has a different course structure and assessment format.

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SHP Specifications

GCSE: OCR A

Three units with the Study in Development and Study in Depth examined together (45%), a Source Investigation (30%) and the Controlled Assessment (25%).

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A Level: OCR B

OCR adopts an innovative approach to A Level which puts greater emphasis on the ‘why’ and ‘how’ of history.

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GCSE: Edexcel B

Four units, each 25%, cover the Development Study, the Depth Study, the Source Enquiry and the Controlled Assessment.

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GCSE: AQA A

Three units covering a Study in Development (35%), an Enquiry in Depth (40%) and the Controlled Assessment (25%).

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