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GCE A Level in History A

at Ranelagh School, Bracknell · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2024see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The aim of this course is to enable students to develop a coherent knowledge of the past – both within and across the topics chosen. Students will develop and apply their understanding of historical concepts; including explanation, evidence, interpretations and significance and begin to see the importance of History as a discipline. The course will teach students to develop the techniques of critical thinking in a historical context, and the skills necessary to analyse and solve historical problems. Students will develop the ability to communicate historical arguments and conclusions clearly and succinctly with reference to appropriate historical terminology.

What you need to get on

Prospective students are expected to achieve grade 6 or above in GCSE 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

  • Ranelagh School

    Ranelagh Drive, Bracknell, RG12 9DA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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