History A Level
at Writhlington School, Radstock · school or sixth form
What the college says
Studying history will help you understand the significance of historical events, the role of individuals in history and the nature of change over time. History allows students to gain a deeper understanding of the past through political, social, economic and cultural perspectives. You will examine a breadth study and a depth study in addition to completing an historical enquiry.
What you need to get on
Grade 5 in GCSE History. If History not taken at GCSE then a Grade 5 in English Language or English Literature.
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
Writhlington School
Knobsbury Lane Writhlington, Radstock, BA3 3NQ
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Radstock
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