AS/A Level History
Start Date
Mon Sep 07 2020
Day / Time
Weekdays
Duration
1 year
Campus
Baltic Campus
On this course, you'll study the history of a range of different periods and nations and analyse the political, social and economic trends and developments of these periods. This will enable you to develop a broad historical understanding along with independent research and discussion skills. If you enjoy reading, storytelling and past events and different cultures, an A Level in history could be for you.
What can I study alongside this A Level?
You can choose two other A Level subjects. Many students choose government and politics, English literature, English language, sociology or psychology depending on what university degree or career they have in mind.
Topics will include:
- The challenge and transformation of Britain c. 1851-1964
- The birth of the USA 1760-1801
Your skills and knowledge will be assessed in a variety of different ways:
- Written exams
- Essays/coursework
- Frequent Topic Tests
- Mock Assessments
- Practical Assessments
You'll spend a year at each level; so a year studying AS Level and a year studying A Level.
By the end of the two years, you will have learned to evaluate and analyse information, work independently, weigh-up evidence and communicate complex ideas effectively. All these skills are recognised and valued by employers and universities, giving you a wide choice of university degrees or career opportunities to explore.
Typical careers following the study of history include work in the heritage and museum sector, archivist, teacher, journalism and political work.
This course is free to those aged under 19 years old.
Most people aged 19
years and over can qualify for free or reduced price course fees and there are
grants and bursaries you can apply for to help cover the costs of coming to
college, depending on your circumstances.
If you already have a full level 3 qualification and are aged 19 years over, you can apply for an Advanced Learning Loan or pay the fee upfront in full and qualify for a 10% discount.
You can get more information at our enrolment events, by calling 0191 490 2246 or email us at start@gateshead.ac.uk
Whatever support you need, we’re here for you and will make sure you get the most out of your time at college.
We have expert teams in place to look after every single one of our students.
Our specialist teams can help with:
- Learning difficulties
- Physical and sensory disabilities
- Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Aspergers or other specific learning difficulties
- Mental health and well being
- Exam access arrangements
- Money, finance and bursary advice
- Careers advice, job and university applications
See here for more information (link to learning support), pop into one of our
enrolment events, call us on
0191 426 4329.
Careers:
- Social and humanities scientists
- Archivists and curators
you could
earn:
