GCE A Level in History
at Thomas Gainsborough School, Sudbury · school or sixth form
What the college says
History is a fascinating subject which encourages students to consider the role of individuals, events and key themes and their contributions to our past. It offers parallels with our society today, helping us to explain current events and issues. Everyone has a connection with the past; it is about discovering which aspect of the past unlocks an individual’s interest.
What you need to get on
Grade 5 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
Thomas Gainsborough School
Wells Hall Road Great Cornard, Sudbury, CO10 0NH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Sudbury
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