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WJEC GCSE Süleyman I c.1520–c.1566: a case study in early modern imperialism
On-screen non-examination assessment: 3 hours 20% of qualification 80 marks
Unit 2: An in-depth study on European and/or World history
The purpose of this unit is to provide an understanding of an issue in European and/or world history in depth via the study of historical sources and interpretations.
Centres can choose one of the three periods of study: medieval, early modern or modern, not repeating a period of study studied in Unit 1 or 3. Centres will choose one of two options within the period.
Learners will study one of six historical topics to undertake an in-depth study that will provide them with an understanding of an issue in European and/or world history. They will then undertake a historical enquiry based on their selected historical topic.
Learners should be able demonstrate skills of analysis and evaluation when engaging with sources that relate to the selected historical topic and historical interpretations that encompass contrasting views of events and people.
Learners should also be able to apply their knowledge and understanding of the following historical concepts in the context of their chosen historical topic:
- continuity and change
- similarity and difference
- significance and impact
- cause and consequence.
Early Modern
Süleyman I c.1520–c.1566: a case study in early modern imperialism
In this topic learners will gain knowledge and understanding in the following areas:
2.4.1 The establishment of Süleyman’s authority
2.4.2 The expansion of the Ottoman Empire into Europe in the 1520s
2.4.3 The maritime expansion of the Ottoman Empire
2.4.4 The significance of religion in the sixteenth century
2.4.5 The reign and legacy of Süleyman I.
Content and Amplification
Background: the Ottoman Empire and the emergence of Süleyman
Learners should be aware of:
- the nature and geographical scope of the Ottoman Empire, and its relations with its neighbours
- the rules of accession in the Ottoman Empire, and Süleyman’s claim to the sultanate.
2.4.1 The establishment of Süleyman’s authority
- how Süleyman ruled his empire, including:
- his personal attributes, his leadership, his use of delegation and his government, and the use of the Timar system and the feudal system
- the role and significance of Hürrem Sultan
- the development of the army under Süleyman, including:
- the use of recruitment, the Janissaries and the importance of taxation
- methods of training and promotion.
2.4.2 The expansion of the Ottoman Empire into Europe in the 1520s
- what Süleyman’s aims were at the start of his reign, including:
- the reasons for, and process and outcomes of the conquest of Belgrade, 1521
- the reasons for, and process and outcomes of the conquest of Rhodes, 1522
- the development of Süleyman’s activities in Europe, including:
- the reasons for, and process and outcomes of the Battle of Mohács, 1526
- the reasons for, and process and outcomes of the Siege of Vienna, 1529.
2.4.3 The maritime expansion of the Ottoman Empire
- how Süleyman developed and expanded the Ottoman navy, including:
- the role of Barbarossa
- the significance of key military engagements, including: the Conquest of Tunis, 1534; the failure of the Algiers expedition, 1541; and the Siege of Malta, 1565
- the political and economic impact of naval development, including:
- Ottoman relations with France
- trade routes and the Red Sea.
2.4.4 The significance of religion in the sixteenth century
- why religion was a cause of dispute in Europe, including:
- Spain’s attitudes to Muslims
- the political consequences of the religious reform movements in areas such as Germany and Switzerland
- the reasons for religious tolerance within the Ottoman Empire, including:
- Süleyman’s upholding of Islam
- the protection afforded to Jews and Christians.
2.4.5 The reign and legacy of Süleyman I
- the domestic challenges confronting the Ottoman Empire, including:
- the impact of demographic changes, food shortages and inflation
- the costs of war, government and the royal court
- why Süleyman has been regarded as a significant ruler, including:
- the reasons why he is known as Süleyman the lawgiver, and criticisms of that title
- the reasons why he is known as Süleyman the Magnificent, and criticisms of that title.
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