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History (A Level)

at FAIRFAX, Sutton Coldfield · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

It has been said that History is 'an illumination of the soul', History 'answers all questions' and that those 'who fail to understand History are doomed to repeat the mistakes of the past'. History at Fairfax School endeavours to give students a sound of understanding into the past and includes exciting and relevant material. The British topic is about the Tudor dynasty; the challenges to Henry VIIs reign, the character and relationships of Henry VIII and his successors including Mary and Elizabeth and the country's ongoing religious problems. Students will also develop their understanding of Germanys History in a second topic; the Weimar Republic, a brief period of democracy which collapsed making way for the Nazis, Hitler's treatment of the Jews and the development of the Terror state. Students will also work individually using primary and secondary sources to produce an extended piece of writing on Civil Rights, this develops their skills as Historians as well as helping them become familiar with a fascinating period of time. History at Fairfax School is an absorbing and exciting course of study enabling students to develop their skills as well as satisfying their curiosity about the past. YEAR 12 & 13: TOPICS STUDIED: Democracy and Nazism 1918-1945 The Tudors 1485-1603 Civil Rights In America. ASSESSMENT STRUCTURE: 40% each and there is additionally a piece of which is worth 20%.

What you need to get on

Applicants will need to have a minimum of 5 grades 9-4 (or A*-C) GCSEs, including English and Mathematics, and History at a minimum grade 6. Internal applicants who meet the minimum academic entrance requirements will be offered a place automatically (subject to availability of courses). All successful applicants will be required to sign a sixth form code of conduct in recognition of the Academy's expectations of sixth form students in terms of their behaviour, punctuality and attendance.

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

  • Fairfax

    Fairfax Road, Sutton Coldfield, B75 7JT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sutton Coldfield

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