You’ll need to meet the entry criteria for your chosen Pathway.
For more information about the pathways, please click here.
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Topics, historical periods and movements you will study, include:
- Conflict and Reformation in Tudor England (1529-1570)
- The Quest for Political Stability in Germany (1871-1991)
- US Civil Rights (1909-2009)
An enriching experience
Studying A Level History at HNC is an enriching experience. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your skills and interests, broadening your horizons and building your cultural capital. These experiences are integral to life at HNC and will
help you to stand out from the crowd. Some of the experiences our A Level History students enjoy, include:
- Participating in trips and visits to relevant historical landmarks
- Taking part in lunchtime enrichment opportunities such as Book Club and History Film Club
- Participating in inspirational and valuable guest workshops and university lecturers
- Taking part in an annual Humanities residential trip to London to explore the capital and historical landmarks
Enlightening opportunities
We are proud of the unique experiences that are available to our students both inside and outside of the classroom. Our subject specialists will instil in you a love of learning, and challenge you to develop the required skills you’ll need to achieve the life-changing qualifications that will lead you to your dream career. Throughout your studies, your teachers will create an environment where you will be encouraged to discuss a wide-range of topics which will support you to develop an enlightened approach to the world around you. These discussions will be linked to your passions, study programme and your wider career ambitions.
How will you be assessed?
This course is assessed via examinations and coursework.
A Level History is a highly regarded subject and will support your progression to a fantastic range of degrees and careers as it develops key skills in communication, presentation, extended writing and investigation, meaning this qualification is welcomed by universities and employers alike.
Our students naturally move into related careers including International Relations, Archaeology, Politics and Law, but of course this is a course that builds many transferable skills, so the opportunities for progression are almost endless! Some of the common degree paths our students have recently progressed to include:
- History
- Law
- Anthropology
- Politics
- Sociology
- Art History
What does this course go well with or what may you like?
