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History - A level

at The Quest Academy, South Croydon · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2024see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A-level history gives you a similar level of desirability as an English qualification does, as the methods of assessment are relatively the same, however A-level history gives you a much broader range of knowledge and can be considered as more interesting as a subject to study. The aims of A-level history is to develop an interest in the past, acquire an understanding and sound knowledge of selected periods or themes, to gain awareness of historical concepts, to appreciate the nature and diversity of historical sources and methods, grasp a variety of approaches to aspects and periods of history, to think independently and make informed judgements of issues and to cultivate empathy with people living in diverse place and at different times. Having A-level history can open you up to a world of possibilities. As the A-level history course gives you skills in writing and literature skills as an English A-level would, but also provides you with contextual knowledge and research skills, universities and employers look incredibly favourably upon applicants with A-level history. Possible career possibilities from having A-level history include being a teacher, museum curator, excavator, researchers, lawyer, various television roles, author and many more.

What you need to get on

Hold a minimum of five 9-4 GCSE qualifications and Grade 6 in GCSE History or RE or If not studied at GCSE, at least a Grade 6 in one Humanities subject, and a Grade 6 in English Literature or English Language.

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

  • The Quest Academy

    Farnborough Avenue, South Croydon, CR2 8HD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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