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GCE A Level in History

at Aston Academy, Sheffield · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

History is a fascinating subject that allows you to investigate how key historical events and figures have shaped our thinking today. As a respected academic A Level, History will encourage you to think critically, analyse and evaluate information. These are all skills that are very useful in both the workplace and higher education. With the opportunity to develop both your written and verbal skills within lessons, an A Level in History will help prepare you for wherever the future takes you.

What you need to get on

Grade 5 in GCSE English Language and English Literature, plus a grade 5 in GCSE History (or other relevant subject, if History not studied at GCSE).

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

  • Aston Academy Post 16

    AUGHTON ROAD SWALLOWNEST, SHEFFIELD, S26 4SF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · SHEFFIELD

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