History
Edexcel A level coursework marking and delivery support videos
This update contains pre-recorded videos and guidance to support the marking and delivery of Edexcel A level History coursework.
Delivering A level History coursework training video
We recently ran a network event for Edexcel teachers on the delivery of A level History coursework. This training event included a recap on the requirements of the compnent, how to plan and prepare, and ways to support students effectively. If you missed the event you can now watch a recording:
The training materials for this event are available below:
Coming soon: A level History coursework guide
We are currently working on a new coursework guide for A level History teachers. We hope to make the guide available shortly via the qualification page.
A level History pre-recorded marking training
We have recently re-recorded our marking training videos for A level History coursework. They are useful if you need to understand how to mark the coursework component. You can watch modules 1-3 below:
You can download the materials for these pre-recorded marking videos below:
Subject advisor
Mark Battye
History
Subject updates
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April 2026 History subject update
This update contains useful information, news and advice for Edexcel History teachers including guidance on how to submit A level History coursework samples online and a new video resource on South Africa and apartheid from the Anti-Apartheid Legacy: Centre of Memory and Learning.
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Reminder of GCSE History Paper 2 assessment arrangements for Summer 2026
This update is to remind teachers and exams officers of the exam arrangements for Edexcel GCSE History Paper 2 in Summer 2026, to ensure there is a clear understanding of how the paper will be assessed on the day of the exam.