How do I access past papers in AQA?
Teachers can get past papers earlier, from 10 days after the exam, in the secure key materials (SKM) area of our extranet, e-AQA .
How long is a history GCSE paper?
2 hours
What is on the GCSE history paper 1?
Paper 1: Understanding the modern world AA America, 1840–1895: Expansion and consolidation. AB Germany, 1890–1945: Democracy and dictatorship. AC Russia, 1894–1945: Tsardom and communism. AD America, 1920–1973: Opportunity and inequality.
What exam board is GCSE history?
AQA | History | GCSE | History.
Is AQA better or Edexcel?
Key differences The AQA papers are equally weighted, putting less pressure on students to do better in one than the other. Edexcel’s two papers are split 40%/60% and have a greater emphasis on persuasive and instructional writing. Edexcel offer students a choice of writing questions on both papers.
What is the hardest GCSE exam board?
The Hardest Exam Board At GCSE
- AQA are harder for the inattentive students. One of the key ways in which exam boards differ is in their exam layouts.
- It is hard to revise for AQA due to lack of past papers.
- The different styles of question can affect success.
Do GCSEs get harder every year?
No, GCSEs are not getting tougher each year. They’ve just been made tougher than they were, but they really had slipped down in terms of being fairly easy to pass.
What happens if you fail GCSE?
You can still enrol to retake your GCSEs at a local school or college. This means you’ll have a timetable and attend classes with other GCSE students. For Maths and English, resitting is compulsory if you haven’t achieved a pass (grade 4).
Can I retake my GCSEs at home?
If studying in a classroom isn’t for you, you can retake your GCSEs by studying online. You can even study for A Levels online alongside your resits. Online courses give you the freedom to study at your own pace.
Is GCSE free for adults?
Adults (19+) who do not have a GCSE grade 4/C or above in either English or Maths are entitled to study these courses for free.