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Free Cambridge International A Level History 9489 revision notes, model answers, AI-marked practice and past papers — mapped to the full syllabus for the 2026 exam cohort.
Cambridge International A Level History (9489) is Cambridge Assessment International Education's A Level history qualification. The syllabus offers four AS options (Modern Europe 1750-1921, French Revolution, USA in the 19th and 20th centuries, International Relations 1871-1945) and four A2 depth studies (Africa, European, International, USA). Students develop source-analysis, essay, and interpretation skills with strong emphasis on historiographical perspectives.
| Paper | Total marks | Duration | Style of questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — Document question | 40 marks · 40% of AS · 20% of A Level | 1h 15 | Source-based document question |
| Paper 2 — Outline study | 60 marks · 60% of AS · 30% of A Level | 1h 45 | Structured essay questions |
| Paper 3 — Interpretations question | 40 marks · 20% of A Level | 1h 15 | Historical interpretation/extract analysis |
| Paper 4 — Depth study | 60 marks · 30% of A Level | 1h 45 | Structured essay questions |
AS Level: Papers 1 & 2 · A Level: all four papers · all externally assessed · no coursework
Source: Cambridge International A Level History 9489 syllabus
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