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A Level History

History is one of those disciplines described by some as “traditional” subject. However, traditional does not mean “outdated” or “Unimportant”.

The analytical, research and ICT etc skills required by 6th Form History students are exactly those which are essential for success ina wide range of careers in the modern workplace.

What use is History?

It opens the door to many different University courses and to employment. Employers who see that you have a qualification in History know certain things about you. They will know that you have taken on certain key skills which, learnt through History can be applied to all sorts of other situations.They know that:

  • You have experience in being a group member and/or leader
  • You can make sound, informed judgements and decisions
  • You understand the difference between reality and propaganda and between fact and opinion.
  • You have research skills
  • You have ICT skills

What do I study?

Year 13 – AS Level Year 14 – A Level
  • The Nazis and Germany
  • Revolutions in Russia
  • Clash of Idealogies 1900-2000
  • Partition of Ireland
Examinations at the end of Year 13 Examinations at the end of Year 14

Careers for which History is a Useful Subject:

  • Travel & Tourism
  • Computers
  • Social & Probation Services
  • Radio & Television
  • Journalism
  • Psychology
  • Teaching
  • Civil Service
  • Research Law
  • Archaeology
And just to think of how many History questions are asked on Television Quiz programmes e.g. “Who wants to be a millionaire?”

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