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GCE A Level in Ancient History

at Sir John Leman High School, Beccles · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

An Ancient History qualification is highly regarded by universities and employers. A study of Ancient history gives you transferable skills including essay writing, critical thinking, use of evidence, research and reaching sustained judgement. Students will like this course if they are interested in how the past allows us to understand the present. Ancient history is subject that combines political, military and social histories, and often provides context for events that happened throughout history since. Students will need to be willing to debate and revise their thinking in view of the uncovering of more evidence.

What you need to get on

A previous qualification in History, or Ancient History, is desirable plus ideally grade 5 GCSE English Language

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

  • Sir John Leman High School

    Ringsfield Road, Beccles, NR34 9PG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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