History

Course summary

A wide range of British, European and World History will be studied. This includes Modern Russia from the Revolution to the end of Communism, Post World War II China and the Communist Leadership, Nazi Germany and the War of the Roses in England. Many students who choose to study History do so because they enjoy the subject, but there are sound practical reasons too for choosing History. Students who study A Level History have access to a wide range of career and higher education opportunities. By the end of your course you will have learnt how to evaluate and analyze information, how to weigh up evidence and how to communicate complex ideas effectively. These skills are recognized and valued by employers, universities and colleges. History combines very well with other essay based subjects such as English, Government and Politics, Geography, and Economics. History A Level provides an excellent foundation for a number of popular careers including Journalism, Law and Business. An A Level in History commands respect in interviews for the best universities as it is considered a challenging and worthwhile qualification.