Edexcel IGCSE History 4HI1 — Revision Notes & Past Papers
Free Pearson Edexcel International GCSE History (4HI1) revision notes, worked examples, AI-marked practice questions and past papers covering depth studies, historical investigations and breadth studies.
What is Edexcel IGCSE History (4HI1)?
What is Edexcel IGCSE History (4HI1)?
Pearson Edexcel International GCSE History (4HI1) is a linear qualification assessed through two equally weighted written papers. Paper 1 covers depth studies, in which students study at least two periods in detail, while Paper 2 covers a historical investigation and a breadth study in change. The course develops skills in analysing source material, explaining causation and change, and constructing reasoned historical arguments. Both papers are taken at the end of the course of study.
Assessment
| Paper | Total marks | Duration | Style of questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1: Depth Studies | 60 marks · 50% | 1h 30 | Written exam, two depth studies |
| Paper 2: Investigation and Breadth Studies | 60 marks · 50% | 1h 30 | Written exam, source investigation + breadth study |
Total 120 marks · 100% external · no coursework. Graded on the 9–1 scale.
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