Course Type

A-Level

Exam Board

AQA

Assessment Type

Exam and Coursework

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade four or above in different subjects including English and Maths. A grade six or above in GCSE History is recommended. 

Course Overview

Year 12

Unit 1

The Quest for Political Stability: Germany 1871-1991

Unit 2

Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition 1906-1957

Year 13

Unit 1

The Quest for Political Stability: Germany 1871-1991

Unit 2

Wars and Welfare: Britain in Transition 1906-1957

Unit 3

Historical Enquiry (NEA)

Personal Study: The Tudor Century 1485-1603

Where will it lead?

A History A-level is a much sort after qualification as it teaches you valuable skills such as thinking and arguing for yourself and research skills. This makes it valued by Universities and employers alike. Jobs directly related to your degree include, Academic researcher, Archivist, Heritage manager, Historic buildings inspector/conservation officer, Museum education officer, Museum/gallery curator, Museum/gallery exhibitions officer or a Secondary school teacher.