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GCE AS Level in Ancient History

at Kesgrave High School, Ipswich · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE AS level1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

A Level Ancient History is the study of Ancient Greek and Roman history. You will learn about some critical periods in the history of these civilisations that have done so much to shape the societies of Western Europe in terms of politics, philosophy, law, arts and language. Year 12 units: • Relations between Greek and non-Greek states, 492-404 BC (a study of the relationships and wars between Athens, Sparta and Persia) - 25% of A Level. • The Julio-Claudian emperors 31BC – AD 68 (a study of the first five Roman emperors, including some of the most notorious in Roman History: Augustus, Tiberius, Caligula, Claudius and Nero) - 25% of A Level.

What you need to get on

6 GCSE/BTEC passes at Level 4 or above. It is desirable to achieve a Level 5 or above in this subject at GCSE (or a related subject).

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

  • Kesgrave High School

    MAIN ROAD KESGRAVE, IPSWICH, IP5 2PB

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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · IPSWICH

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