History

Entry Requirements

Students must have at least a grade 6 in GCSE History or a grade 6 in English if History has not been studied at GCSE. The A-Level History course is rigorous in its demands on students, who will be expected to take clear and precise notes, critically evaluate sources, contribute to class discussion, and analyze the significance of the information. Key assets for A-Level historians include an inquiring mind and an eye for detail as well as good communication skills, both on paper and in person.