Course summary

History at A Level is a highly esteemed qualification which offers genuine opportunities to develop important personal skills as well as enabling students to keep their options open in terms of Higher Education and career choice. Studying History at A Level involves students becoming involved much more in the actual work of historians than GCSE. There will be opportunities for original research and for participating in wider debates about the fundamental features of human society. You will study the Edexcel qualification and as the course is linear, with the four key units (three examinations and one piece of coursework) being studied across Years 12 and 13 and then all are examined at the end of Year 13.

Entry requirements

Grade 5, but ideally a Grade 6 in History. You must have the required qualifications for the Advanced Pathway. Minimum grade point average of 5 across at least 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths, alongside specific requirements for individual subjects. To be considered for a 4th A level, students will need a grade point average of 6.75 from at least 7 GCSES, and Maths, English and Science GCSEs must be from Higher Tier papers.

How you'll be assessed

80% Exams 20% Coursework

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityKingston upon Hull, City of
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressCranbrook Avenue, Hull, HU6 7TN