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A Level History

at Rainford High School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Through studying this course, you will increase your knowledge of two key periods across a two hundred year period. You will study one period in breadth (Russia 1865-1964) where you will concentrate on the key events which shaped the development of modern Russia. You will also study one period in depth (Britain 1951-2007) which will give you the opportunity to explore specific issues during this exciting period in Britain.

What you need to get on

If you have taken History at GCSE it would be expected that you have achieved at least a grade 5. A grade 4 in English Language would also be expected.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Rainford Sixth Form

    Higher Lane, St Helens, WA11 8NY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · St Helens

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