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GCE A Level in History

at Brentside High School, London · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

An A Level in history will enable you to follow a range of courses at university. History is recognised by universities and employers as a subject requiring discipline and hard work. The course develops advanced skills in information acquisition and selection, forming sound judgements and formulating a plan of action. Many teachers, lawyers, civil servants, managers and people in positions of leadership have studied history at advanced level.

What you need to get on

Five Grade 9-5 at GCSE plus subject specific requirements (see below): Grade 5 in history and 5 in English language or literature

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

  • Brentside High School

    Brentside High School Greenford Avenue, London, W7 1JJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · London

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