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History

at Christ'S College Finchley, London · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Who is it for? History will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in a fascinating and engaging subject that will enable you to understand the world you live in. History should be studied by those interested in understanding the present and the past, and by those wanting to develop skills for the future. Where does it lead? History is a unique academic subject that can lead to careers in areas such as Law, Media, Finance and the social sciences. It is a well-respected qualification as it develops crucial skills of analysis, communication and critical thinking, all prized by employers. The study of History is enhanced when combined with subjects such as English, Politics, Art, Business and the Sciences. What will I study? Unit 1: British History (causes of the English Civil War) Unit 2: Modern European History Germany (1933-1963) Unit 3: Russia and its rulers 1855 - 1964 Unit 4: Historical Investigation, one 4000 word coursework essay analysing a Historical issue of student’s choice. How will I be assessed? There will be internal assessments throughout Year 12, each of which will test students’ subject knowledge and skills. There will be three public examinations at the end of Year 13, which will assess students’ knowledge, skills and understanding of change over time. Students will also be assessed upon their piece of coursework. As well as their final examinations students will be formatively assessed at least six times by their teachers in Years 13.

What you need to get on

GCSE History Grade 6; GCSE English Grade 5

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

  • Christ's College Finchley

    East End Road, London, N2 0SE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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