GCSE History Revision
Wars. Revolutions. Inventions. The people and events that changed the world forever. GCSE History covers some of the most gripping stories ever told. And it’s a rewarding subject for students who can analyse evidence, construct arguments, and back up their points with specific knowledge. Our teacher-written GCSE History revision resources are here to help you do exactly that. Revision notes, flashcards, exam-style questions, mock exams and past papers provide everything you need to walk into your exam ready to make history. Teaching GCSE History? Our resources are ready to drop straight into your lessons. Use them for timed practice, source analysis tasks, or to show students exactly what a strong exam answer looks like.
GCSE History Revision Resources
GCSE History Exam Boards
AQA GCSE History: The Period Study (Paper 1: Section A)
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AQA GCSE History: Wider World Depth Study (Paper 1: Section B)
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AQA GCSE History: Thematic Study (Paper 2: Section A)
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AQA GCSE History: British Depth Study (Paper 2: Section B)
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Edexcel GCSE History: The Thematic & Historic Environment (Paper 1)
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Edexcel GCSE History: Period Study (Paper 2, Booklet P)
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Edexcel GCSE History: British Depth Study (Paper 2, Booklet B)
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Edexcel GCSE History: Modern Depth Study (Paper 3)
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OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project): Thematic Study: Paper 1
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OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project): Depth Study: Paper 1
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OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project): Period Study: Paper 3
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OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project): World Depth Study: Paper 3
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WJEC Eduqas GCSE History: British Studies in Depth
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WJEC Eduqas GCSE History: Non-British Studies in Depth
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WJEC Eduqas GCSE History: Period Study
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WJEC Eduqas GCSE History: Thematic Study
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GCSE History Topics
America 1840-1895: Expansion & Consolidation
Germany 1890-1945: Democracy & Dictatorship
Russia 1894-1945: Tsardom & Communism
America, 1920–1973: Opportunity & Inequality
- Conflict & Tension: The First World War, 1894–1918
- Conflict & Tension: The Inter-War Years, 1918–1939
- Conflict & Tension Between East & West, 1945–1972
- Conflict & Tension in Asia, 1950–1975
- Conflict & Tension in the Gulf & Afghanistan, 1990–2009
- Britain: Health & the People: c1000 to the Present Day
- Britain: Power & the People: c1170 to the Present Day
- Britain: Migration, Empires & the People: c790 to the Present Day
- Norman England, c1066–c1100
- Medieval England: The Reign of Edward I, 1272–1307
- Elizabethan England, c1568–1603
- Restoration England, 1660–1685
- The Elizabethan Age, 1558-1603
- Germany in Transition, 1919-1939
- The Development of the USA, 1929-2000
- Changes in Crime & Punishment in Britain c.500 to the Present
- The People's Health, c.1250 to Present
- The Elizabethans, 1580-1603
- The Making of America, 1789-1900
- Living Under Nazi Rule 1933-45
- Crime & Punishment in Britain, c1000–Present
- Medicine in Britain, c1250-Present
- Warfare & British Society, c1250–Present
- Migrants in Britain, c800–Present
- Spain & the ‘New World’, c1490–c1555
- British America, 1713–83: Empire & Revolution
- The American West, c1835–c1895
- Superpower Relations & the Cold War, 1941–91
- Conflict in the Middle East, 1945–95
- Anglo-Saxon & Norman England, c1060–88
- The Reigns of King Richard I & King John, 1189–1216
- Henry VIII & His Ministers, 1509–40
- Early Elizabethan England, 1558–88
- Russia & the Soviet Union, 1917–41
- Weimar & Nazi Germany, 1918–39
- Mao’s China, 1945–76
- The USA, 1954–75: Conflict at Home & Abroad
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Frequently Asked Questions
What topics are studied in GCSE History?
GCSE History covers a wide range of topics and eras. Exactly what you study depends on your exam board and your school. But most students will cover a mix of British history (like the Norman Conquest), world history (like the Cold War), thematic studies (like crime and punishment), and period studies. If you’re not sure what's on your syllabus, your teacher will be able to give you the full list of topics you’ll be studying.
Is GCSE History difficult?
It depends on what you find challenging. GCSE History isn't easy, but it's manageable and enjoyable. The tricky parts are remembering lots of detailed content and learning how to write strong, structured exam answers. But if you keep up with your revision, it's more than doable.
Is GCSE History harder than GCSE Geography?
Neither one is harder than the other. History is more about constructing arguments, analysing sources, and using precise evidence. Geography mixes written answers with data skills, like interpreting graphs, maps, and statistics. If you're a confident writer who loves a good story, History might feel more natural. If you prefer variety and don't mind a bit of maths thrown in, Geography could be the better fit.
