A-level history is a rich and varied course, covering social, economic and political change in different time periods and countries. It is an academically challenging but intellectually satisfying subject. In addition to interesting topics, the study of History at A level develops skills in research, building and arguing a case, decision making, interpreting evidence and understanding the causes and impacts of significant historical events.

Entry Requirements:
At least grade 5 at GCSE History (ideally 6) and grade 5 at GCSE English.

Units Studied:

• Component 1: Tsarist and Communist Russia 1855-1964
• Component 2: The Wars of the Roses 1450-1499
• Component 3: Historical Investigation – Struggle for African American Civil Rights c. 1865-1970

Exam Board: AQA

Assessments: 
This course is assessed with final examinations of components 1 and 2, worth 80% of the overall grade. The Historical Investigation (Non-Examined Assessment) is internally marked and then moderated by the exam board and comprises 20% of the final grade.

Progression and career opportunities:
History is an excellent course to study. It is recognised as being beneficial to a wide range of careers, including journalism, management, consultancy, politics, law and teaching, among others. The skills gained are seen as valuable to any line of work, as it builds transferable skills in argument building, interpreting and evaluating opinions, making inferences and researching independently. History is therefore an enabling A-level, and can be utilised for applying to any degree course through UCAS. It is no coincidence that history, at both GCE and graduate level, is one of the most employable subjects to study.