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Official scope and assessment requirements for Component 3.
8
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10
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90 min
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AqaA LevelHistoryComponent 3: Historical Investigation
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Historical investigation requirements8 objectives
- Develop a focused historical question placed in the context of approximately 100 years.
- Ensure the investigation does not duplicate the content chosen for Components 1 and 2.
- Research the historical issue independently using an appropriate range of primary and secondary material.
- Analyse and evaluate relevant primary source material in its historical context.
- Analyse and evaluate different historical interpretations of the chosen issue.
- Demonstrate, organise and communicate knowledge and understanding to reach substantiated judgements.
- Maintain a complete bibliography and provide accurate references to sources and interpretations.
- Produce an investigation of 3500 to 4500 words that addresses the approved question directly.
Key terms
MilitarismTotalitarianismCausationContinuityProvenanceCorroborationSource EvaluationHistorical ContextInterpretationPrimary SourceHistoriographyContextual Value
Exam tips
- Plan your answers carefully: Take a few minutes to outline your response before writing.
- Plan Thoroughly: Create a detailed outline before starting your investigation to ensure all aspects are covered.
Common mistakes
- Ignoring the context of historical events: Always place events within their historical context to understand their significance and impact.
- Duplicating Content: Ensure that the chosen topic is distinct and does not replicate any content from the other components.
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