History
North Oxfordshire Academy - Oxfordshire
01295224300
Drayton Road, Banbury, OX16 0UD
Course summary

The A-level course focuses largely on some of the key developments in the history of Britain and the USA over the last 150 years. The course provides students with an excellent opportunity to build on their knowledge and skills from GCSE History although this is not essential for the study of A-level History. If you enjoy the study of the past then History A level is for you. The study of History trains you to select relevant information, assess the validity of an argument, think and write logically, make informed judgments about controversial issues, and present a well-ordered argument with supporting evidence. These skills will equip you for a wide variety of degree courses and careers. Edexcel Route B: Religion and the State in Early Modern Europe. 1B: England 1509-1603 2B: Luther 33: The Witch Craze in Britain, Europe, and North America B3 History is a highly respected subject and is considered a worthwhile A-level subject for entry into almost all degree courses. History is not only a subject valued by universities but by employers too. The study of History is ideal for careers in law, involving the deployment of arguments based on evidence. It is also ideal for jobs in the fields of research, management, accountancy, journalism, and marketing.

Entry requirements

You will need 5 GCSE’s Grade 5 or above including English and Maths. 6 in History and 5 in English Language/Literature.

How you'll be assessed

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityOxfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDrayton Road, Banbury, OX16 0UD