Alongside the entry requirements for each course, you will also need to achieve the minimum Sixth Form entry requirements, which you can find here.
Assessment
2 x Exams at the end of Year 13
50% Each
Externally Assessed
Next Steps
This subject is highly regarded by employers, who recognise the wide range of skills that are developed through studying history.
Students may continue their studies at University. Careers could include those within the culture and museum sector, or even education.
A-Level in Ancient History
This exciting course follows two learning pathways: Greek history and Roman history. Students will learn about both these ancient cultures and those who came into contact with them. They will investigate the literary and archaeological evidence to uncover the stories of these ancient peoples. As a facilitating subject, universities particularly value history.
In this side of the course students spend Year 12 investigating the main events of fifth-century Greece. During this fascinating and creative period new ideas in politics, philosophy and drama developed against a backdrop of war, betrayal and heroism.
Roman History
In the Roman side of the course students spend Year 12 researching the reigns and policies of Rome’s early emperors. Often ruthless, sometimes mad, and always interesting, the Julio-Claudian Emperors were involved with some of the most famous stories in history.
Year 13
Greek History
In Year 13 students focus on one culture: the Spartans. The course examines the beliefs, values, organisation, politics and daily life of this intriguing and ruthless people. One of history’s most mysterious peoples, Spartan ideals have influenced many later cultures. Roman History In Year 13 students focus on the Roman invasion of Britain: events on a local and national scale are examined to find out how the Romans gained control and to evaluate the impact they had.
Roman History
In Year 13 students focus on the Roman invasion of Britain: events on a local and national scale are examined to find out how the Romans gained control and to evaluate the impact they had.