GCE A Level History

Course summary

The study of history provides the opportunity to investigate the dramatic political, social and cultural changes that have made the modern world. It provides an insight into the past, but also helps develop an understanding of the present. Moreover the study of history equips students with a broad general knowledge background that stands them good stead for the future. You will enjoy History if: you have an interest in the world around you and how society has developed over time you like learning about people and different countries, societies and cultures you enjoy discussion, debate and argument you like to think for yourself and enjoy developing your own opinions you enjoy reading and writing