History A-level
90980
- Start:
- September
- Duration:
- 2 years
- Level:
- 3
Course Details
Explore the past to understand the present. A-level History helps you to develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a passion for uncovering the truth behind history’s biggest turning points. It challenges you to explore the personalities, events, and issues that have shaped the world. Perfect for curious and ambitious minds!
AQA A-level History offers a dynamic exploration of power, politics, and change. You will examine Russia 1917 - 1953, tracing the dramatic transformation from Tsarist autocracy to Soviet superpower. Students explore revolution, reform, and repression through figures like Lenin and Stalin. You will also study Tudor England, 1485–1603, analysing how monarchs from Henry VII to Elizabeth I shaped religion, government, and society. You will undertake research into U.S. Civil Rights and create your own coursework question acquiring vital skills of critical thinking, analytical writing, and historical debate. Ideal for students passionate about understanding how the past shapes the present.
A-level History consists of three units. Firstly, you study Russia as she moved towards revolution and the developments which followed. You will study different political movements and key figures from the past. You will also study The Tudors and how the arrival of a minor noble from Wales led to one of the most famous royal families in English History. Finally, you will study the history of the American Civil Rights movement. You choose the area which fascinates you most to help you design your coursework which will help you to learn valuable skills of research, analysis and evaluation.
Y13 students visit Liverpool University for a session examining research and how historians evaluate the past. Students are invited to apply for the Holocaust Educational Trust’s Lessons from Auschwitz project which includes a trip to Poland. Independent investigations are supported with online materials including podcasts, videos and research papers.
Students need a notebook, pens, highlighters, and access to a computer or tablet for research and assignments.
History is a facilitating A-level which means it is highly regarded by universities and can progress to university degrees including History, Law, Politics, Archaeology or International Relations. It helps to pursue degree apprenticeships and roles in the Civil Service or public policy.
You will need a minimum or five GCSEs, including English at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4 together with three other subjects at grade 4 or above.
Additional entry requirements:
- No requirement to have studied at GCSE, but if you have a minimum of a grade 4 is required
The College will always treat each applicant as an individual. Should you not have or not expect to obtain the grades stated above, or not have relevant industry-related experience, the College would still welcome your application for this course as this will enable us to identify whether this course is, in fact, the right course for you or whether another course may be more appropriate.
University Guarantee
Every Sefton Sixth Form College student who successfully achieves a Level 3 qualification and meets attendance and entry requirements, is guaranteed a place on a course at the Hugh Baird University Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions that we are often asked:
Most students study 3 subjects, plus an Enhancement activity. Alongside these, students are assigned a Personal Development group and attend weekly sessions.
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Yes, students can access our Bursary Package that can help with associated costs, for example; travel, food and equipment. Find out more here.
Yes. During the interview process you will be introduced to a member of our Learner Support Team if necessary. We will take initial details of access arragements. This can be discussed again at enrolment, with follow up appointments with the team during the first few weeks of term.
Yes. You will have timetabled sessions each day of the week. There will be times when you are not in a lesson; this is your personal study time. During these sessions you will be completing activities which mean you are prepared for your subject lessons. This includes completing homework, revision, Brainscape decks, coursework tasks etc.
