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When I took A-Level History, doing the NEA was my favourite part. Having so much more independence and control over my own work was exciting and much more engaging than just being in lessons or doing exams. However, it was also pretty daunting.

All kinds of A-Level coursework give you so much more academic freedom and independence than you’d previously experienced, which can make it a bit stressful to have all this responsibility. The first place this can come into play is right at the start when you have to choose your essay question. In this article, we’ll try to make this part a little bit less stressful by giving you some ideas for what you could do.

Continue reading to getter a better understanding of the A-Level History NEA as a whole and to see some ideas for your essay question. This article will take you through these ideas by going through some of the main topic areas that you could focus on.

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What is an A-Level History NEA?

The term NEA stands for non-exam assessment, which is relatively the same as coursework. For A-Level History, this piece of coursework is in the form of an extended essay, which may even be referred to as an “investigation” on a specific area of history that has different historical interpretations.

Due to this, students will need to research into different historical interpretations of their specific topic as well as use primary sources and factual evidence/ data to evaluate the different historical interpretations.

The specific requirements for this NEA will depend on the exam board, which is especially the case when it comes to the word count, which can vary quite a lot. For example, for students using the Pearson Edexcel exam board, the word count is between 3,000 and 4,000 words, whereas for the AQA exam board, there is a word limit between 3,500 and 4,500 words.

Unlike these exam boards that have a set maximum word count, the OCR exam board only has a recommendation of 3,000- 4,000 words, although there is no actual set limit.

Despite being quite a lot of work, the A-Level History NEA will generally be a fair low proportion of the A-Level in comparison to other factors. Typically, this will be worth 20% of the whole A-Level History qualification.

You can learn more about this by checking out the specifications of A-Level History courses by clicking on the links with the respective exam board: AQA (linked here and here) Pearson Edexcel , OCR , WJEC , CCEA .

How to choose an A-Level History NEA idea

Choosing an A-Level History NEA idea can come in a few different ways and may not even be your choice as a student. How this all works will depend on your sixth form or college.

The first most obvious option is that your sixth form/ college lets you choose the topic and question that you want to focus on. Alternatively, your sixth form or college may give you an approved topics list but allow you to submit your own topic question and consider options outside of this list.

The strictest form is where your sixth form or college chooses the topic(s) that you can do and may even give you pre-approved question ideas. You can learn more about these by checking out this guide by OCR.

As choosing your own idea and topic from scratch is by far the hardest, we’ll see primarily focusing on that in this article. When choosing your own idea, the first thing you should think about is which historical period you want to focus on.

There are obviously a wide range you can choose from, although exam boards tend to have some restrictions in this aspect too. First of all, you won’t be able to do the same topic as whichever piece of history you studied for your depth study. Other restrictions will vary by exam board, so it’s best to ask your teachers or to look directly at your exam board’s coursework information.

After you pick your main topic, you need to narrow it down to a specific historical debate within this topic. From here, you can shape it into an extended essay question that allows you to have a clear line of argument and be evaluative and analytical. To do this, you might want to use vocabulary such as “the most/ least important/ significant/ etc.”.

What makes a good A-Level History NEA idea?

To make sure you have a good A-Level History NEA idea, you need to make sure that it is something you can write an entire extended essay on. Remember the NEA will require students to do over 3000 words and write a full answer with several sections and a clear line of argument and judgement, depending on the style of your essay question.

To be able to do this, you need to make sure you have enough background information about this specific subsection of your topic area and that there are lots of interpretations and primary sources available.

Another step to making sure that you have a good topic and question title is to make sure that it is has the right level of detail. This is as you need to make sure the focus is very specific so it can be in-depth and analytical but also broad enough to give you a full answer and enough to write about.

A-Level History NEA ideas for 2024

Now that we’ve looked at the criteria for choosing a topic and what makes a good one, we can properly dive into some examples. However, as previously mentioned, an NEA idea needs to be focused on a specific area of history. Due to this, in this article, we’ll be looking at some ideas based on specific historical areas.

These historical areas have been chosen due to being commonly studied in A-Level History courses. You can learn more about this from this page of the Cambridge Assessment website as well as from the component options mentioned in each exam board’s specification, as linked above.

The ideas below are sourced from a mixture of exam board suggestions and information provided to me when I was doing the NEA myself. Exam board suggestions come from pages of the Pearson Edexcel website, OCR website, the WJEC website and the AQA website all linked respectively.

A-Level History NEA ideas for Russian dictatorship

When looking at the history of dictatorships in Russia, we’re generally referring to the period from 1855 to 1991/2. In this period of history, there were several different kinds of leaders of Russia, all of which can be focused on for your NEA. These types of leaders are the Tsar rulers, the Provisional Government and the communist leaders.

While you may want to look at the leaders and their regimes, you could also look at society at the time

Some ideas for Russia and its rulers are as follows.

  • In the context of the years 1861 to 1964, to what extent was the Russian Revolution of 1917 caused by the war?
  • How far do you agree with the view that Peter the Great was largely unsuccessful in his attempts to modernise Russia?
  • How far do you agree with the view that Alexander II was largely successful in his attempts to modernise Russia in the period after 1855?
  • How far do you agree with the view that Stalin’s main aim in the period 1924–1939 was to carry out the changes begun by Lenin?
  • ‘The lives of the Russian peasants were transformed for the better in the years between 1928 and 1964.’
  • How valid is assessment of the peasantry in Russia?
  • How far do you agree with the view that the Battle of Stalingrad was mainly responsible for Soviet victory in the Second World War?
  • To what extent do you agree with the view that by 1924, the people of Russia had exchanged one authoritarian regime for another?
  • Assess the reasons for the purges in 1930’s Russia
  • To what extent did Communism in Russia improve the lives of women in the years 1917-53?

A-Level History NEA ideas for civil rights in the USA

The civil rights movement in the USA spanned a long period and was made up of several significant events. Due to this, there is so much for you to focus on within this topic, from specific figures, such as Martin Luther King Jr. or Rosa Parks, to key legislation or specific protests or events.

Some of the essay question you could chose for the civil rights movement are as follows.

  • How far do you agree with the view that the most significant contribution to the success of the Civil Rights movement between 1954 and 1970 was made by people in local communities in the US?
  • ‘Martin Luther King had the greatest impact of any individual in advancing the civil rights of African Americans in the USA.’ How valid is this view of the years 1865 to 1968?
  • Assess the claims that the role of Martin Luther King in the civil rights movement was exaggerated.
  • Assess the view that the Civil Rights movement was the most significant cause of Second Wave Feminism?
  • To what extent did Rosa Parks change the nature of the Civil Rights Movement by 1965?
  • How far did World War II improve the lives of black Americans?
  • To what extent has the role of women in the Black Civil Rights Movement been undervalued?
  • To what extent did Malcolm X and the Black Panthers further the civil rights movement?
  • To what extent was the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) responsible for the successes of the civil rights campaign in the years 1945–57?
  • To what extent did life for black people in America improve between the end of the First World War and the Wall Street Crash of 1929?

A-Level History NEA ideas for Weimar and Nazi Germany

Weimar and Nazi Germany is a common topic, not only at A-Level, but also at GCSE and even at the start of secondary school, before starting GCSEs. Due to this, students will often have quite a bit of background knowledge on this topic, even if they haven’t studied it as part of their A-Levels. This can make it a bit easier for you to access this topic for your NEA.

Some NEA ideas for Weimar and Nazi Germany are as follows.

  • ‘Propaganda was the main reason for Hitler’s rise to power in 1933’. How far do you agree?
  • To what extent do you agree that the Holocaust was a long-term plan?
  • The Reichstag Fire was a deliberate plot hatched by Hitler’s henchmen to help consolidate the NSDAP’s control over Germany.’ How valid is this assessment of the Reichstag Fire?
  • Assess the view that the Wall Street Crash was the main reason the Weimar government lost support by 1930.
  • Assess the view that Hitler’s use of fear and violence the main reason why he was able to maintain control of Germany between 1933 – 45.
  • To what extent were the Nazis successful in winning over the hearts and minds of the youth?
  • To what extent were ordinary German people responsible for the Holocaust?
  • To what extent was music used as a form of opposition to the Nazi Regime?
  • To what extent was Stresseman right when he said ‘Germany was dancing on a volcano’ when implying that German democracy would inevitably fail?
  • Assess the view that the errors of Hitler were the main reason for allied victory in WWII.

A-Level History NEA ideas for the Tudors

Once again, the Tudors are commonly taught in some shape or form throughout, even starting in primary school. This can still make it easier to access the essay questions on this topic as you’ll already have some background knowledge.

Some NEA ideas are as follows.

  • In the context of the years 1485 to 1603, how effectively did Tudor government deal with rebellion in England?
  • How far do you agree with the view that the main reason for the dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII was that they no longer served any useful purpose?
  • How far do you agree with the view that Mary, Queen of Scots, was the greatest challenge facing Elizabeth in the period after 1568.
  • Assess the reasons why there was there an attempt to put Lady Jane Grey on the throne in 1553.
  • Assess the view that the survival of Roman Catholicism in England during the reign of Elizabeth I depended on the role of the gentry
  • To what extent did Elizabeth I remain single to keep her political power?
  • ‘Anne Boleyn lost her head because of the large faction against her’ To what extent is this true?
  • Assess the view that Elizabethan propaganda was a success.
  • ‘The reign of Mary I was a complete failure.’ How fair is this assessment?
  • Assess the impact of the reign of Elizabeth I on the roles of women in Tudor society

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History Coursework: how to Choose the Best Question

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So, just when you thought your first A-level History year was over and you could relax before tackling next year, you have to think about your history coursework. This will be the non-exam assessment (NEA) or Historical Investigation.  It can cause a lot of angst amongst students but taking some time and thinking it through carefully before you start can make the world of difference.

1. Choose to study something interesting for your history coursework

If you have the chance to choose whichever topic you like for your history coursework and set your own question, or if you are given a list of different topics, choose one you are genuinely interested in. You will be working on this piece for months, so it makes sense to choose something that will hold your interest.

2. Make sure there are no clashes with your other topics

In practice, there are constraints set by the various exam boards to make sure that your topic does not overlap with the components you are already studying for your A level or Pre U. Your exam centre (school, college or independent centre) will need to have your question approved by the exam board and they will not approve a topic with an obvious overlap. For example, if you are already studying the Tudors for AQA, it is unlikely that you can  study a topic set in England between 1485 to 1603. Therefore, if you are setting your own question, ask yourself if it overlaps in date or topic with one of your components. If it does, you will need to find an alternative. Each exam board has slightly different rules, so check on their website to see what the rules are for your exam board.

3. Find your source material early

For your history coursework, you will need to find two types of source material – primary and secondary:

P rimary sources are those that were written at the time and you will also need to find a range of these to support your investigation. To achieve high marks you should look for a variety of primary sources, for example, a letter, a report, a painting, a speech etc.

Secondary sources are scholarly books or articles by historians, or what the a-level exam boards call ‘interpretations.’ this means that your investigation will only be viable if historians have written about the topic and, preferably, argued over it. you will need to understand the arguments that provide a framework for your chosen topic. historians call this the historiography..

Therefore, the question you set yourself will only be able to achieve high marks if you make sure there are both secondary sources (scholarly argument) and primary sources (original material) to support your investigation. If you cannot find these, you should re-think your question.

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4. Remember you actually have to answer the question!

It sounds really obvious – but remember that you actually have to answer the question you set yourself!  You need to choose something that is achievable in the time frame and gives you a good chance of success. A good question will give you a framework within which to research and write – you are looking for something that is not too vague nor too wide.

You also need something that you can address in the historical time frame (e.g. around 100 years for AQA) and a topic that you can analyse and evaluate in approximately 3, 500 words (check the word limit for your own exam board). In practice, any question that is too wide, too vague or unlikely to be achievable should be vetoed either by your school/college/independent centre or the exam board. However, this will waste your valuable time and is not totally foolproof, so choose an achievable project to give yourself a fighting chance of achieving that elusive A grade.

5. Choose a good format for your history coursework question

The standard ‘for and against’ question format will always be a good choice and will give you a framework within which to set your investigation. There are various ways to word such a question e.g. ‘How far…’, To what extent…’ ‘Within the context of … how important was…’ which will give you a clear framework and a direction for your investigation. Keep it simple is good advice here. Remember, though, to define your framework by including the date range in your question. For example ‘Within the context of 1790 to 1890, how important was…?’

Done well, the NEA or Personal Investigation will teach you a huge amount about how historians work, how sources are used and how to construct an argument. This will help you enormously when you come to the final exams and it can be a very valuable contribution to your qualification. It can also be enjoyable as it is your first chance to ‘do’ some real historical research. Choose your question with care and you automatically give yourself a head start.

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A Level History Coursework Edexcel – A Guide

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This guide shows you how to plan, research and write A Level History coursework for Edexcel using ideas, resources, examples and structure. This coursework is weighted towards Assessment Objective Three (AO3) 15% and Assessment Objective One (AO1) 5%. This makes it substantially different from coursework assessed under AQA or OCR. For Edexcel coursework, the focus is on differing interpretations of the past and analysis of them, alongside your own view of the events.

A Level History Coursework Edexcel – Ideas, Examples and Resources

Question Format – The question that you decide to answer for the Edexcel Coursework will always use the following template.

  • Historians have disagreed about [ the chosen question, problem or issue ].
  • What is your view about [ the chosen question, problem or issue ]?

Thus, we can see that there are two parts to this coursework:

  • Part 1 – dealing with the historian’s viewpoints which is (AO3) and worth 15%
  • Part 2 – your own viewpoint which is (A01) and worth 5%  

Question Ideas, Example and Selection

There are two key points to consider when selecting a question, problem or issue for your coursework.

  • Is there enough debate around this question? – There needs to be a scholarly debate around the question or issue. This means differing views on the question from different historians. This makes it easier to select appropriate works to analyse and compare.
  • Can you access the appropriate resources? – You must use a minimum of three different key works as well as two supplementary works. Your three key works should hold opposing views about the question or issue. Let’s look at an example question to make this clear:

Historians have disagreed about the extent to which by 1924 the Russian people had exchanged one authoritarian regime for another. What is your view about the extent to which by 1924 the Russian people had exchanged one authoritarian regime for another?

  • View 1 – Tsarist Rule was more authoritarian. (C. Hill argues this)
  • View 2 – Bolshevik rule was more authoritarian. (R. Service argues this)
  • View 3 – The regimes were equally authoritarian. (R. Pipes argues this)

This is the ideal example of having three viewpoints that would be spread across the historiographical spectrum. This helps us to engage with the historical debate and hit the following criteria for the coursework:

  • analyse ways in which interpretations of the question or issue differ.
  • explain the differences you have identified.
  • evaluate the arguments, indicating which you found most persuasive and why.

You would then add to this a minimum of two supplementary works, (more is better) that would assist in helping you form your view and add weight to your analysis and arguments. Critically, you must be able to access all these resources to use them effectively in completing the coursework.  

Coursework Resources

  • Library – school, local, college, university – you should be able to borrow appropriate works.
  • Teacher – your teacher should be able to provide you with copies of appropriate resources to use.
  • JSTOR – www.jstor.org – contains a large collection of journal articles from historical publications covering numerous topics. These will often engage in the historical debate by replying to opposing views.
  • Purchase Books – many second-hand books are available to purchase at very cheap prices through Amazon or similar sites.

A Level History Coursework Edexcel – How to Research and Write

A Level History Coursework Edexcel

Researching the Coursework – When researching our coursework we use the resource record form, which acts as a bibliography to the books, articles and online resources we are using. As we go through these resources we want to make notes that help us to identify the overall argument of the historian. Key quotes or passages should be noted down, alongside a reference. If we then use this material in our write up, we can add the appropriate footnote.

Writing the Coursework – When writing our coursework we need to be aware of the total word count as well as making sure that we hit all the assessment criteria. This means dividing up the 4000 words (maximum word count) effectively between the assessment criteria. An example structure to implement this is shown in the next section.

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A Level History Coursework Edexcel – Structure and Planning

First section – introduction to the overall question and key works (c. 1000 words).

Introduction to the overall topic. You need to put the question into context by providing relevant information regarding what was happening at the time. You then need to define any key terms in the question.

Example from our question above – authoritarian regime would be defined as ‘a regime in which power is highly centralised and maintained regardless of popular support, with the use of repression and violence’.

Finally, you need to set out valid criteria by which the question can be judged.

Example from our question and definition above – we need to compare the Tsarist regime to the Bolshevik regime in terms of:

  • Centralisation of power .
  • Power maintained despite lacking popular support.
  • Power maintained through repression and violence.

You should now have a complete introduction to the topic (1 paragraph)

Introduction to the debate by placing each of the key works in the historiographical debate. You can also place your supplementary works on the historiographical line here. (1 paragraph)

Set out the arguments in extended detail from the three key works. What are the historians’ views on this question? (1 paragraph)

Show how the arguments from each of the key works differ or are like one another. (1 paragraph)

Summary of the views of the key works. (1 paragraph)

Second Section – Explaining why the key works differ from one another (c. 1000 words)

Introduction – You need to set out three valid criteria to explain why the key works differ. Why is it that the historians’ arguments differ? There are several different potential criteria that could be used here: When was the work written? What sources and evidence did they use? Have they defined the key terms of the question differently? Have they defined the criteria to answer the question differently? Do they have different scopes of enquiry? What is the purpose of the work? What is the historians background and view?

Example from our question – The historians have defined the key term to answer the question differently – C. Hill has focused on authoritarian being defined as lacking popular support. R. Service is more focused on authoritarian being defined through repression. R. Pipes is mostly focused on authoritarian being defined as a centralisation of power.  

The historians have defined the key term ‘authoritarian’ differently. (1 paragraph)    

Paragraphs – This is where you use the criteria set out from the introduction to this section. You want one paragraph per item of criteria that we are judging the key works on.

Example from our question – one paragraph regarding how the historians have defined the key term ‘authoritarian’ differently.

Then you need to consider the three works in terms of the criteria set out for that paragraph. Show why there are differences in the key works regarding that criteria and how that leads the historian to arrive at their interpretation. Use evidence to support your points. (3 paragraphs – 1 for each criterion)

Conclusion – Brief conclusion that offers a summary of why the key works are different. (1 paragraph)

Third Section – Your own viewpoint on the question (c. 1000 words)

Brief introduction of your own viewpoint and line of argument that will be taken, remembering to re-instate the criteria by which the question can be judged . (1 paragraph)

Paragraphs that set out your own view on the question. This is where you should be using the criteria set out in your introductions. You want one paragraph per item of criteria.

Example from our question – one paragraph regarding ‘centralisation of power’.

Then you need to bring evidence and analysis to assess the criteria being judged. You can also use the key works and the supplementary works in this section to help you. (3 paragraphs – 1 for each criterion)

Conclusion that reaches a judgement on the question and follows your line of argument that has flowed throughout. (1 paragraph)

Fourth Section – Evaluation and Judgement of the key works and of the question (c. 1000 words)

Go through each of the key works and make a judgement on how convincing and valid the arguments from the historians are compared to the criteria. (3 paragraphs – 1 for each key work)

Form an overall judgement on the question and an overall judgement on which of the key works is most convincing. These should broadly align together. (1 paragraph)   

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‘Lord Mansfield’s ruling in the Somerset v. Stewart case of 1772 was the most important turning-point in this period, leading to the abolition of slavery in the British Empire in 1838.’ Assess the validity of this view in regard to the period, 1725-1838

This question requires you to analyse change: the reasons for change and the extent of change [leading to a specific outcome] over a period. You will need to consider continuity: the forces operating to prevent change and how these were overcome. You must clearly demonstrate that you have considered the whole period.

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Week 3   [Monday] – 16 th September:    First Draft of Core Essay [2000 words] submitted.

Week 5   [Monday] – 30 th September:        Polished Draft of Core Essay submitted [footnoted]

Week 11 [Monday] – 11 th November:    Interpretations Evaluation [1000 words] submitted.

Week 13 [Monday] – 25 th November:    Primary Sources Evaluation [1000 words] submitted.

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Week 8   [Monday] – 24 th February :       Completed CW Essay - First Submission.

Week 12 [Monday] – 24 th March:            Final Submission of CW [for assessment].

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You must ensure that you demonstrate that you have considered the whole period in your essay. It is therefore important that you have a turning-point near the start of the period. You need to consider the significance of your turning-points in the context of the period as a whole, not just as short-term agencies of change with certain, short-term outcomes.

  • Selection of Contemporary Sources

You need to ensure that you select sources written from different perspectives and of a different type or nature. Your teacher can advise you on this. You need to select an extract from the original source for evaluation [about the same length as an examination source for Paper 2].

  • Evaluation of Interpretations

The key here is to ensure that you choose two sharply contrasting interpretations of why slavery was abolished [or an important aspect of why slavery was abolished] written at different times [in a very different context]. You need to be able explain how the context of the period in which the historian was writing affected their perspective on the topic.  You may also consider it relevant to consider how previous interpretations of the same topic and issues may have influenced a historian’s writing [historians do set out to counter an argument with which they strongly disagree or because new evidence has come to light].

  • Authentication

Your essay will be read and checked by an AQA moderator. It is important that it is entirely your own work and that your essay is clearly authenticated by accurate and regular referencing from the research materials you have used. You will find guidance on citing and referencing on the Using Sources in Your Work tab.

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  • It contributes 20% of your total AL qualification
  • It comprises one, independently researched, extended essay
  • Your answer must not exceed the word limit of 4500 words [5 mark penalty]
  • Your answer must cover a chronological range of least 100 years
  • It must incorporate evaluation of primary evidence as part of your analysis
  • It must incorporate evaluation of different interpretations as part of your analysis
  • Your teacher is allowed to advise you but cannot plan your work
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  • There are important intermediary ‘staging-post’ deadlines

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  1. PDF History A Level Non-exam assessment (NEA) Specimen Answer 1

    V1.1 16/01/15. GCE History: NEA. Specimen Answer 1 (Martin Luther King) Within the context of the years 1865 to 1968, how important was Martin Luther King in the pursuit of black civil rights in America? 'If King had never lived, the black struggle would have followed a course of development similar to the one it did.'1.

  2. PDF Coursework Guide HISTORY A

    OCR A Level History A - Independent Study Guide. This is a guide to H505 History A Level Non Examination Assessed Unit Y100. It should be read in conjunction with two important documents. The first is the specification pages 105 to 113 and the second is the JCQ regulations for Non Examined Assessment which is available from.

  3. 30+ A-Level History NEA Ideas

    For A-Level History, this piece of coursework is in the form of an extended essay, which may even be referred to as an "investigation" on a specific area of history that has different historical interpretations. ... For example, for students using the Pearson Edexcel exam board, the word count is between 3,000 and 4,000 words, whereas for ...

  4. AQA

    The teacher must counter sign the CRF and this declaration will confirm that the historical investigation complies with the NEA title approval form and has adhered to all requirements. The CRF must be sent to the moderator at the same time as marks for the NEA are submitted. The moderator will check that all course requirements have been met.

  5. History Coursework: how to Choose the Best Question

    5. Choose a good format for your history coursework question. The standard 'for and against' question format will always be a good choice and will give you a framework within which to set your investigation. There are various ways to word such a question e.g. 'How far…', To what extent…' 'Within the context of … how important ...

  6. PDF History A Level Non-exam assessment (NEA) Commentary on Specimen Answer 1

    Marks awarded. AO1: the mark awarded is a low Level 4. It is placed in Level 4 because the Investigation is generally analytical, it offers judgements and shows good awareness of change and continuity. It is well written with sound understanding of some of the concepts that are relevant to the issue of the question. There are, however, a number ...

  7. PDF Notes and guidance: Framework for confident marking: Component 3 NEA

    Use a best-fit principle with level descriptors. The historical investigation mark scheme is 'levels of response' style, so each assessment objective is accompanied by a series of levels which: work from level 5 at the higher end of the ability range, down to level 1. encourage positive marking.

  8. PDF Examiner report (A-level) : Component 3 NEA Historical ...

    REPORT ON THE EXAMINATION - A-LEVEL HISTORY - 7042/C - JUNE 2022. Whilst it was clear that many students had worked exceptionally hard to research material relevant to their question, these same students were often keen to include as much factual material as they could within the word limit. Just as in the examined units, it is important ...

  9. PDF NEA: specification requirements and management

    NEA: specification requirements . and management. First published: July 2019 . This resource provides guidance on the non-exam assessment (NEA) requirements for A-level History, and should be read in conjunction with the NEA requirements set out in the specification. It develops and exemplifies the requirements, but is wholly consistent with them.

  10. OCR History A-Level NEA coursework essay 38/40 A* example 2021

    OCR History A-Level NEA coursework essay 38/40 A* example 2021. Subject: History. Age range: 16+. Resource type: Assessment and revision. File previews. docx, 41.13 KB. This is my final OCR History a level coursework for unit Y100. It is an independently researched essay titled 'to what extent do you agree that there was a crisis in the Mid ...

  11. PDF Examiner report (A-level) : Component 3 NEA Historical investigation

    REPORT ON THE EXAMINATION - A-LEVEL HISTORY - 7042/C - JUNE 2018 4 of 5 any essay set in the examined units. The NEA is not primarily a research task, nor is it about finding the most obscure or difficult to access source material. The focus of the NEA is the quality of the argued response and it is this that AO1 addresses.

  12. AS and A-level

    Non-exam assessment administration. The non-exam assessment (NEA) for the A-level specification only is a Historical Investigation.. Visit aqa.org.uk/7042 for detailed information about all aspects of NEA administration.. The head of the school or college is responsible for making sure that NEA is conducted in line with our instructions and Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) instructions.

  13. A level history NEA help

    A level history NEA help. Hi i am currently in year 12 moving to year 13 in September and I am doing my coursework for history it has to be a max of 4500 words and a period of 100 years and we are doing Russia. Can anyone kindly share tips on how to plan it, structure it and how to write it all up as I have no clue what to do and where to start.

  14. PDF History NEA suggested questions 2020-2022

    WJEC History—Unit 5 (NEA) Suggested questions for Centre approval Cycle: 2020-2022. Centres may propose questions that link with their studies in Units 1 and 3 but not with their chosen Depth Study (Units 2 and 4). They may also propose questions that relate to a period of history not covered elsewhere on the course, subject to meeting the ...

  15. A Level History Coursework Edexcel

    A Level History Coursework Edexcel - Ideas, Examples and Resources. Question Format - The question that you decide to answer for the Edexcel Coursework will always use the following template.. Historians have disagreed about [the chosen question, problem or issue].What is your view about [the chosen question, problem or issue]?Thus, we can see that there are two parts to this coursework:

  16. NEA Final Draft

    History (Coursework) History A-level History NEA. Preview text. Charlie Gibbs. ... An example being through the MIA, eventually leading to a ruling in 1956 that stated segregation laws breached the 14th Amendment. ... History Coursework; History coursework - civil rights; Witch hunting coursework; English (GB) Great Britain. Company. About us ...

  17. Full Marks (40/40): Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) History A Level (AQA)

    Subject: History. Age range: 16+. Resource type: Assessment and revision. File previews. docx, 63.15 KB. Full Marks (40/40) NEA Essay for History A-Level (AQA). Question Title: To what extent did the impact of war facilitate the advancements of African Americans towards equality, in comparison to periods with a distinct lack of war between 1861 ...

  18. Exemplar Coursework

    good exemplar for coursework pearson edexcel level history coursework exemplar gce history 2015 contents candidate title marking examiner commentary candidate. Skip to document. University; High School. Books; Discovery. ... For example on 18th march 1692 on the second anniversary of Salmon Falls, Ann Putnam claimed to have been afflicted by ...

  19. Smallbone Library: Slavery (A-level History NEA): Home

    Stewart case of 1772 was the most important turning-point in this period, leading to the abolition of slavery in the British Empire in 1838.'. Assess the validity of this view in regard to the period, 1725-1838. This question requires you to analyse change: the reasons for change and the extent of change [leading to a specific outcome] over a ...

  20. A Level History

    A Level History, Edexcel Coursework, exemplar A* grade, 38/40. Route E, 'Opposition in Nazi Germany'. 3,995 word essay on the extent of opposition in Nazi Germany, 1933-1945. Resource would be very useful for A Level History candidates undertaking an NEA coursework part of the course, particularly Edexcel.

  21. A* Exemplar Coursework Essay OCR A Level History

    Fully referenced and completed to the highest quality, this essay provides a clear indication of what must be written to achieve an A* in the OCR History A Level NEA. 'Assess the view that the Somerset v Stewart decision was the main cause of the American Revolution'.

  22. does anyone have a sample of their history coursework NEA aqa

    does anyone have a sample of their history coursework NEA aqa. A. student24hey. 8. hi guys, really confused on my NEA. I'm unsure how to write it, we've been given little help. If anyone has an example from their NEA, please PM me with it. You have no idea how much help this will be.