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History

at Harington School, Oakham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

COURSE CONTENT & AIMS History combines the excitement of exploration and discovery with the sense of reward born of successfully confronting and making sense of complex and challenging problems. The purpose of historical inquiry is not simply to present facts but to search for an interpretation of the past. Historians attempt to find patterns and establish meaning through the study of evidence. History complements other subjects. It provides skills and understanding that will always be valuable in any career. The study of History has a civilising influence on our society. It is the source of our political, social and ethical ideals. Students at Harington will enjoy the study of people, patterns and changes in the past. The course will focus largely on modern history. In Year 12 students will focus on the theme of communist states in the twentieth century with studies on Russia 1917-91 and East Germany 1949-90. In Year 13 coursework will focus on historians’ interpretations of the Holocaust. The final examined paper will be on Britain and the changing nature of warfare 1790-1918.

What you need to get on

GCSEs

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

  • Harington School

    Huntsmans Drive, Oakham, LE15 6RP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Oakham

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