History - AS/A Level
A Level
In Kenton Harrow
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Kenton harrow
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Duration
2 Years
AS History grades A - E. A2 History grades A* - E
Important information
Government funding available
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
7 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English. History at grade B. How long is the course? The course is divided into AS and A2. Students can take AS over one year or both AS & A2 modules over two years to make up a full A Level. Cost: Approx £10 to cover attendance at conferences and travel.
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Course programme
Examination Board: AQA
HIAS
How long is the course?
The course is divided into AS and A2. Students can take AS over one year or both AS & A2 modules over two years to make up a full A Level.
Cost:
Approx £10 to cover attendance at conferences and travel.
Is there an interview?
Yes
What can I progress to?
Higher Education
Employment
Students who specialise in history can go on to become historical researchers, work for heritage organisations or become teachers. History also supports careers in journalism, politics, law, social work and the public services.
Possible Subject Combinations
The course combines well with a variety of other Advanced Level courses, including English Literature, Politics, Law and Sociology.
Extra Curricular Activities
All students can add to their main programme of study by taking part in a wide range of clubs, groups, societies and courses. Not only are the activities fun, they also develop skills and provide new and fulfilling experiences, as well as enhancing applications to Higher Education and employment.
What is the course about?
History A Level helps you to understand the value and significance of world events in the past. The course includes both British and International history.
AS Level - Year 1
In the first year you will look at significant periods of change, and how societies have responded to change.
Unit 1: Change and Consolidation
Britain 1906 - 1951
Covers British political, social and economic history in the period between the 1906 Liberal landslide general election victory and the defeat of the Labour Party in the 1951 election.
Unit 2: Historical Issues; Periods of Change
The USA & Vietnam 1961 - 1975
This covers American involvement in Vietnam from the election of John F Kennedy in 1961 to the fall of South Vietnam in 1975.
A2 Level - Year 2
In the second year you will explore the relationship between individual and the state over a fifty year period, and life changing events over a hundred year period.
What are the course outcomes?
AS History grades A - E
A2 History grades A* - E
How will you be assessed?
Examination
History - AS/A Level