History AS Level
at Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College, Birmingham · sixth form college
What the college says
A/S and A level History develops skills with which to study the past. These skills then equip learners to making judgments about it. The first year contains 2 units: British Political History 1945-1990 Civil Rights in USA 1945-68 and US Foreign Policy in South East Asia 1945-75 In year two there are two more units: Superpower relations 1945-1990 The Making Of Modern Russia 1856-1964 (Coursework) Hours of Lessons per Week: 4.7 Indicative Group Size : 20
What you need to get on
As well as the college's entry requirements you must have at least a C in English Language and History 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
Joseph Chamberlain Main Site
Joseph Chamberlain College 1 Belgrave Road, Birmingham, B12 9FF
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Birmingham
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