AP World History: Modern

Course scope

AP World History: Modern comparatively examines interactions between societies, states, trade networks, technological change and global transformations from about 1200 to the present.

Exam and assessment structure

The exam on 6 May 2027 is taken entirely in Bluebook and lasts 3 hours 15 minutes. It includes 55 multiple-choice questions, 3 short-answer questions, a document-based question and a long essay. Under the 2027 update, all three short-answer questions are source-based and required, and a single broad question is given for the long essay. Students are expected to connect different periods and regions and support their historical interpretations with evidence.

Preparation at Youprep Studio

In this course we start preparation by assessing the student’s prior knowledge and needs. We carry out topic work together with the relevant question and assessment types, and develop the student’s ability to apply knowledge and justify answers. We track progress with practice suited to the course structure and regular review, and update the study plan for the target exam session.

Current exam information