History A Level
If you have an interest in the past and how it shapes the world we live in today, and want to understand about our culture and heritage then this course will appeal to you. By being better informed about the past, it does enable us to better understand the present. Moreover, many of the international issues of today have their origins deep in the past.
Course overview
When studying A Level History, in Year 1 you will cover historical periods such as Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, and topics such as ‘The Challenge of German Nationalism’, which examines how Germany became a nation and how events shaped the course of its history.
In Year 2 you will focus on Germany 1919-63 (developing further understanding of the historical foundations that would lead to Germany becoming a prominent industrial, economic and political force in modern Europe). Additionally, you will have the chance to follow your own historical passion as part of the non-examined assessment.
What this course covers
Entry Requirements
You’ll need a minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 4 in Maths and Grade 6 in English Language. If you’ve studied History before, a Grade 4 is also required.
Progression Opportunities
History is a respected subject that opens doors to a wide range of careers, including law, journalism, teaching, marketing, business, archaeology, and museum curation. It’s also a strong foundation for university study.
Delivery And Assessment
This two-year course, throughthe exam board: OCR, is principally assessed by written examination at the end of two years of study, but does also include a Non-Exam Assessed
(20% Coursework) Component.
