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GCE A Level History

at St Birinus School, Didcot · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

History is about understanding the world in which we live by gaining insights into how and why it came about. As such, our focus on the concepts of communism, democracy, protest and people are as relevant today as ever, providing a solid foundation to interpret political, economic and social debates about the kind of world we want to live in. By studying History, you develop skills prized by universities and employers, such as explanation and evaluation, critical analysis of evidence and interpretations, as well as strong written and oral communication. As such, you will have the potential to contribute to society through different career routes, such as charity and community work, law, policing and forensics, advertising, journalism, the media and the Civil Service, as well as through further academic work.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 in History and English Language at GCSE. Applicants who have not completed a GCSE in History but who have achieved a Grade 6 minimum GCSE in English Literature will be considered for A-level 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

  • St Birinus School

    Mereland Road, Didcot, OX11 8AZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Didcot

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