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History (IB Diploma)

at Leigh Academy Tonbridge, Tonbridge · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsInternational Baccalaureate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Diploma Programme (DP) history course is a world history course based on a comparative, multi-perspective approach to history and focused around key historical concepts such as change, causation and significance. It involves the study of a variety of types of history, including political, economic, social and cultural, encouraging students to think historically and to develop historical skills. In this way, the course involves a challenging and demanding critical exploration of the past.

What you need to get on

Grade 4 in both English and maths GCSEs, and at least 3 other qualifications at grade 4 or above including grade 5 in history GCSE. If History was not studied at GCSE level, a grade 5 in English language GCSE is required.

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

  • Leigh Academy Tonbridge

    Brook Street, Tonbridge, TN9 2PH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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