GCE A Level in History
at Heathcote School & Science College, London · college
What the college says
Everything happening around us today has been influenced by and is a result of what has happened in the past. Studying history helps us understand how events in the past made things the way they are today. With lessons from the past, history inspires us to not only learn about ourselves and how we came to be, but also develop the ability to avoid mistakes and create better paths for our societies and ourselves in leading better and more cohesive lives. The two year Edexcel History A Level course is divided into four parts: three part exam papers and one part independent coursework
What you need to get on
5 GCSEs at Grade 5+ including English and Maths as well as Grade 6 in History + Grade 6 in 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
Heathcote School & Science College
96, Normanton Park Chingford, London, E4 6ES
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Start dates
- 2 September 2026 · London
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