History

Course summary

Aside from being one of the most interesting subjects, it is an A Level that commands respect from the very best universities and future employers through the essential transferable skills gained. History teaches students to write universitylength extended prose, analyse primary material, construct sophisticated arguments and develop eloquence. That is what students will need in future careers such as academia, business, finance, the Law and diplomacy. Boys that study History A Level go on to read a vast range of respected degree subjects at top universities including Oxbridge, with Law being a notable favourite. History at LGS has a thriving cocurricular side. Enrichment activities include: Senior History Society, University Historians, Oxbridge preparation, the Florence trip, Historical Association Great Debate, Oxbridge History essay prizes, exam-preparation webinars, the Tours of the Roses trip, and access to the History Library.