Why study this course? You will be equipped with the skills, knowledge and understanding for entry to employment in a wide variety of industries, or progression to higher education. History is a highly respected, academic subject desired by employers and universities alike. History at The Misbourne will give you a fascinating insight into our past and how it has shaped our lives today with a focus on both international history and British history. What will you study? This qualification focuses on both British and international history, with a variety of units offered. The course will explore the Popular culture of the 17th Century with a focus on The Witch Craze; the development of British history and politics between 1930 and 1997; the Westward Expansion of Settlers in America in the 19th Century and subsequent Civil War; as well as your own research and personal study related to the Nazi regime. Future Pathways The strength of History as an academic discipline opens many doors to those who study it. A confident knowledge of world history and the skills that come with it will be useful in many jobs including: law, politics, education and research, civil service, local government, journalism, archaeology, anthropological study, marketing, editing, archive work and much more including highly sought after degree apprenticeships. A-Level History will teach you important transferable life skills too, such as analysis, problem solving, evaluation, justification, synthesis and collaboration as well as using evidence to inform opinions – all of which are highly regarded and useful at university level.