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GCE A Level in History

at North Chadderton School, Oldham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A Level History will allow you to find out about requirements? what it was like to live in different societies at To smdy A LEWIS at North chaddertonl times of huge change. You will look at the . changes that occurred, why they happened and . . what the consequences were. The study of History will help you to better understand the world today, as you will be able to make links between past and present events and assess how much have really changed. A Level History is a challenging subject that is highly respected by all the top universities. It will teach you many important skills that will help you in further study, or in work. You will learn how to look at different sides of an argument, how to use evidence to support what you are saying and how to make supported judgements. You will also learn how to question arguments about the past made by other people, understanding the hidden meaning, considering how far we can trust them and how accurate what they say really is. This is why History is a strong foundation for any degree course. Many lawyers and journalists have A Levels and degrees in History and the study of History can lead to a wide range of careers, including business, media, civil service and many others. More leaders in business have a degree in History than in any other subject.

What you need to get on

To study A Levels at North Chadderton, you must achieve the minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grades A* - C. This needs to include English as good literacy skills are important.

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

  • North Chadderton School

    Chadderton Hall Road Chadderton, Oldham, OL9 0BN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Oldham

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