A Level History
at Altrincham College, Altrincham · college
What the college says
Students will develop a range of transferable skills including the ability to analyse, debate, create a strong argument and communicate effectively. A well trained historian can process facts, arguments and viewpoints and build up strong points of view. Employers rate the skills of a historian very highly and history students find employment in a wide range of jobs including Research, Journalism and the Media, Management, Public Relations and Law. Students cover four units, two in each year of study.
What you need to get on
Five GCSEs at grades 9-5 including English Language and Maths. Grade 6 or above in GCSE History.
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
Altrincham College Sixth Form
Green Lane Timperley, Altrincham, WA15 8QW
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Altrincham
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