GCSE History

Our IGCSE History Online Course gives you insight into the present social economic and political climate by understanding the events that led up to it, particularly those of the 20th century.

Our IGCSE History offers an interactive learning experience to guide you through the IGCSE specification.

Free 24-hour trial available - simply enquire and this can be set up for you right away.

Our IGCSE History features:

Expert online tuition by a qualified teacher

The content has been written for us by our tutor who has based the materials on the best practices available in teaching and learning.

• Interactive, online lessons.
• Embedded videos
• Integrated assessments giving immediate feedback
• Tutor Marked Assessments based on past papers
• Discussion forums
• Tutor messaging/ help system
• Progress monitor

Content overview:All candidates study all the Core Content in either:Option A
The nineteenth century: the development of modern nation states, 1848–1914
The content focuses on the following Key Questions:
• Were the Revolutions of 1848 important?
• How was Italy unified?
• How was Germany unified?
• Why was there a civil war in the United States and what were its results?
• Why, and with what effects, did Europeans expand their overseas empires in the nineteenth century?
• What caused the First World War?or:Option BThe twentieth century: international relations since 1919
The content focuses on the following Key Questions:
• Were the peace treaties of 1919–23 fair?
• To what extent was the League of Nations a success?
• Why had international peace collapsed by 1939?
• Who was to blame for the Cold War?
• How effectively did the United States contain the spread of Communism?
• How secure was the USSR’s control over Eastern Europe, 1948–c.1989?
• Why did events in the Gulf matter, c.1970–2000?In addition, all candidates must also study the following Depth Study:C – Russia, 1905–41

This History IGCSE is intended for anyone wishing to gain an IGCSE in history and it is suitable both for returning learners and those engaging with history for the first time.

The content has been created to help students overcome any fears they may have about history and embarking on online learning. The content creates success by focusing on increasing the confidence of learners.

Please note, you will need to arrange your own exams with an exam centre. The exam centre will charge a fee; this should be in the range of £120-200.00, depending on the exam centre. Some schools and colleges are happy to take private candidates for the exams.

Absorb Online learning provide a comprehensive guide that allows you to find your most suitably located registered exam centre. It also takes you through the booking process.

No prior qualification needed.

IGCSE History contributes to a well-rounded selection of GCSEs & IGCSEs. It is a great precursor to A levels.