GCE A Level in History
at Rooks Heath School, Harrow · school or sixth form
What the college says
History is a well-respected subject across the business and academic world. The skills developed throughout the course will prove invaluable throughout your life. History teaches you to debate, analyse, evaluate, think outside the box, critically compare and enables you to fulfil your potential in all subjects. History complements a variety of subjects across the curriculum such as English, Government and Politics, Social Sciences, Geography and Law. A History A Level is a desirable component of any successful university application.
What you need to get on
6 GCSE's at grade 5 or above including English Language and Mathematics. A grade 6 is required at 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
Rooks Heath School
Eastcote Lane, Harrow, HA2 9AH
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