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History

at Ricards Lodge High School, London · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Students that study history will develop the ability to interpret a range of historical sources, access information to make informed judgements, argue and debate controversial issues and write formal essays supported by relevant historical evidence. You will be involved in debates and discussions that will often be informed by the independent completion of background reading; an ability to work both independently and collaboratively in order to undertake historical enquiries is essential. We conduct university visits and are given access to their libraries for the coursework units and we take students on conferences from leading academics through the A-Level Conference Company. History complements a multitude of other subjects due to its use of contemporary and source information to develop effective research skills, as well as all humanities subjects such as RE, Sociology, Psychology, English, Geography, Politics and more. History is one of the most highly respected academic subjects for students to choose when considering their university choices. Students choosing to continue their historical studies at undergraduate level benefit from a strong departmental track-record of entry to top universities; for instance, students have gained places to read History at institutions such as Cambridge, King’s College London, York, Exeter and beyond in recent years.

What you need to get on

GCSE History Grade 6 or higher

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

  • Ricards Lodge High School

    Lake Road, London, SW19 7HB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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