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History A Level

at Belfairs Academy, Leigh-On-Sea · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

History can lead to many related university courses but it is also held in high regard by many employers due to the vast range of skills that will be obtained at A level. Skills such as enquiry, research, interpretation, debate, evaluation and working in teams are just a few as well as the essential historical knowledge and understanding developed. A Level historians have gone on to work in journalism, politics lecturing, public services, law, department of defence, librarian and marketing to name a few.

What you need to get on

GCSE grade 5 in History and English. Admission can be subject to discussion with subject leader if not previously studied at GCSE.

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

  • Belfairs Academy

    Highlands Boulevard, Leigh-On-Sea, SS9 3TG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Leigh-On-Sea

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