Leaving Cert History is a challenging course and requires essay style answers. Good English skills, the ability to do research and an interest in History are all important if you do this subject. Here is a breakdown of how you will be assessed:

At both levels, the examination paper features a documents-based question (linked to the documents-based study) and three general questions. All four questions carry equal marks. The paper is 2 hours and 50 minutes long.

Here is a breakdown of the course content:

Students must choose a research topic and write up their findings under three headings:

To some, History can seem like a challenging subject. The amount of information that you're expected to know by the end of 6th year might feel overwhelming, however once you break down each topic into a select number of essay titles, the information required is actually much more manageable.

In this guide, Vicky goes through her tips and tricks on getting a H1 in this subject.

Study on your research project? No need to worry! Jamie, we has been teaching history and correcting state exams for over thirteen years, has you covered!

In this guide, he gives his tips on getting a H1 in the Leaving Cert History Research Study Report. You can find it here.

It is no secret that History involves a lot of essay writing. For this reason, we've worked with teachers to create loads of sample History answers for you to study from!

However, at Studyclix we don't only have sample essays. We have gone a step further and created video content of teachers breaking down and analysing essays to make sure you understand how to properly answer the essay questions.

Here is a sample video to give you a better idea of what these videos are all about:

Here is how you can find our sample answers and essay breakdown videos:

For tips on essay writing check out this episode of the Studyclix Podcast! After years at Studyclix and working alongside expert teachers, Eimear and Nessa have picked up lots of tips and tricks for crafting the perfect essay. There is a formula for essay-writing that if you follow it, will make it so much easier on yourself so you don't waste time agonising over what to write.

To hear these great tips, listen below:

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