“My highlight of the History course was the Berlin trip. I felt truly connected to the stories of the Holocaust that we’d learnt about in class. It was very moving.”
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A Level History Student
Welcome to AS-Level History. This course offers an exciting opportunity to explore two significant periods in world history: the complex and dramatic events of early 17th-century England and the ideological clashes in Asia during the Cold War. The units covered (OCR Y108: The Early Stuarts and the Origins of the Civil War, 1603–1660 and Y222: The Cold War in Asia, 1945–1993) will help you develop a deep understanding of political power struggles, conflicts, and their impact on societies.
Unit Y108: The Early Stuarts and the Origins of the Civil War, 1603–1660
In this unit, you will study the tumultuous period of English history under the Stuart monarchy, beginning with the accession of James I in 1603. You’ll explore key political, social, and religious tensions that gradually led to the English Civil War. Key topics include the relationship between the monarchy and Parliament, the financial challenges faced by the Stuarts, the influence of religion on governance, and the rise of key figures such as Charles I and Oliver Cromwell.
Unit Y222: The Cold War in Asia, 1945–1993
This unit examines the global struggle for power in the context of Asia, focusing on the role of the Cold War in shaping regional dynamics from the aftermath of World War II until the early 1990s. You will study the geopolitical rivalry between the United States and the Soviet Union and how this influenced events in countries like China, Korea, and Vietnam.
