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AQA Level 3 Advanced Subsidiary GCE in History

at Desborough College, Maidenhead · college

Level 3A levelsGCE AS level9 monthsFull time

What the college says

History AS encourages students to develop their interest in, and enthusiasm for, history and an understanding of its intrinsic value and significance; acquire an understanding of different identities within society and an appreciation of aspects such as social, cultural, religious and ethnic diversity, as appropriate; build on their understanding of the past through experiencing a broad and balanced course of study; improve as effective and independent students and as critical and reflective thinkers with curious and enquiring minds; develop the ability to ask relevant and significant questions about the past and to research them; acquire an understanding of the nature of historical study; develop their use and understanding of historical terms, concepts and skills; make links and draw comparisons within and/or across different periods and aspects of the past; organise and communicate their historical knowledge and understanding in different ways, arguing a case and reaching substantiated judgements. Topics studied are: UNIT 1: The Tudors: England, 1485-1603 UNIT 2: The Cold War, c1945-1991 Although not always an absolute requirement, a History A level gives you an excellent basis from which to embark on a wide variety of potential degree subjects, including (but not exclusively): History, in all its forms, Politics, International Relations, English, Law, Languages, Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, American Studies, Teaching, Classical Studies, European Studies, Archaeolog

What you need to get on

5 9-4 including English and at least a grade 5 in GCSE History or English.

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

  • Desborough College

    SHOPPENHANGERS ROAD, MAIDENHEAD, SL6 2QB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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