History
Course summary
A Level History allows you to utilize skills in analyzing, researching, communicating and problem-solving. You will develop an understanding of historical terms, concepts and skills, allowing you to understand how events in the past have influenced the world around us today. This intensive two-year course focuses on modern history from the eighteenth century to the present day. Ranging from North America to India, the course puts special emphasis on the events of the twentieth century.
Entry Requirements
Checked against your grades — every rule traces to the school's published source.
| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
Film Studies | Grade 6 in Film Studies | — |
Media Studies | Grade 6 in Media Studies | — |
Business | Grade 6 in Business | — |
English Literature | Grade 6 in English Literature | — |
Geography | Grade 6 in Geography | — |
History Alternative route | Grade 6 in History | — |
Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) Alternative route | Grade 6 in Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) | — |
Drama | Grade 6 in Drama | — |
English Language | Grade 6 in English Language | — |
As published by the school
- Grade 5 or above, and at least one grade 6 or above, in GCSE English Language plus one other written subject, such as History, Geography, Humanities, English Literature, Business, Media Studies, Religious Studies, Drama and Film Studies - Three further GCSEs at grade 4 or above If you wish to study 4 A Levels, you will need 7 GCSEs at grade 7 or above, including two at grade 8.All applicants must have an interview to confirm that A Levels are suitable for them.
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Assessment
20% of your final mark will be based on coursework you complete in your second year; the remaining 80% is based on written exams.
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