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History

at Highdown School and Sixth Form Centre, Reading · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull time

What the college says

The History A Level course focuses primarily on history from the eighteenth Century to the end of the twentieth century, and includes elements that students have familiarity with after pursuing the GCSE course at the school. History is a subject which is highly regarded by universities, not only for its content and ability to develop a student’s capacity for knowledge but also the skills required to study it at an advanced level. Students who successfully complete the subject at A Level demonstrate enhanced understanding of causal and consequential factors and show a higher ability of independent research skills as well as increased empathy. These are all assets when universities are completing their selection process.

What you need to get on

5+ in GCSE History and 5+ in English

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

  • Highdown School & Sixth Form Centre

    Surley Row Caversham, Reading, RG4 8LR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Reading

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