If you're fascinated by the past, have an enquiring mind and enjoy essay writing, A level history could be for you. It's suitable if you are move on toing from GCSE history as it will allow you to study the subject in more depth. It's particularly relevant for you if you are aiming to pursue a history related career or higher education course. History is regarded as a facilitating subject as it leaves open a wide range of options for university study. It combines well with most subjects offered at A level. You'll learn how to use evidence critically to investigate and assess historical questions, problems and issues. As well as a substantial amount of British history, you will also study a period of history of another country. You'll focus on significant individuals, societies, events, developments and issues from a range of historical perspectives. You'll have the opportunity to choose your own topic of interest to conduct an historical investigation, on which you will complete a 3500 word essay that will form 20% of your final grade.
- Grade 6 in History and grade 6 in English Language GCSE - 5 grade 4's at GCSE (or equivalent) including English Language GCSE at Grade 4.
Assessment is through final examination at the end of the course. There are 2 examination papers of 2 hours 30 minutes duration. You will also complete a study based on a subject of your own choice covering a historical period of 100 years that will make up 20% of your total A level.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | St. Helens |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Warrington Road, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 6NY |
If you're fascinated by the past, have an enquiring mind and enjoy essay writing, A level history could be for you. It's suitable if you are move on toing from GCSE history as it will allow you to study the subject in more depth. It's particularly relevant for you if you are aiming to pursue a history related career or higher education course. History is regarded as a facilitating subject as it leaves open a wide range of options for university study. It combines well with most subjects offered at A level. You'll learn how to use evidence critically to investigate and assess historical questions, problems and issues. As well as a substantial amount of British history, you will also study a period of history of another country. You'll focus on significant individuals, societies, events, developments and issues from a range of historical perspectives. You'll have the opportunity to choose your own topic of interest to conduct an historical investigation, on which you will complete a 3500 word essay that will form 20% of your final grade.
- Grade 6 in History and grade 6 in English Language GCSE - 5 grade 4's at GCSE (or equivalent) including English Language GCSE at Grade 4.
Assessment is through final examination at the end of the course. There are 2 examination papers of 2 hours 30 minutes duration. You will also complete a study based on a subject of your own choice covering a historical period of 100 years that will make up 20% of your total A level.