"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." Our history A-level will both challenge and inspire you. In this course you will have the opportunity to study a range of historical periods and countries. You'll explore the glamour of the Jazz Age and violent underbelly of 1920s America while also investigating key political and social developments in 20th century Britain. Finally, you will study the fascinating witch craze during the 17th and 18th centuries in Britain and elsewhere.
History provides you with essential key skills for whatever you choose to do in the future. Analysis of evidence, independent study skills, written and verbal communication skills are all developed on the course as well as promoting a passion for the past and perfectly preparing students for further education as well as the workplace.
History is ideal preparation for anybody who wants to study history or law at university or to go on to various careers including journalism, the legal profession, research, museum and heritage work, the police, engineering and many other careers. Employers particularly value history because of its academic rigour and the skills it promotes.
“An incredibly interesting course which offers skills which will be useful in so many areas in later life. It’s a challenging subject but definitely the most rewarding!”
