History (A-level)
Our History A-level gives you a wealth of skills valued by employers and higher education institutions alike. A respected discipline, History will leave you questioning and analysing the world around you, while allowing you to reach substantiated judgments which are evidence based, yet unique in their own right.
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
This History course will give you a wealth of skills which are valued by employers and higher education institutions alike. History is a very well respected subject and discipline. It will leave you questioning and analysing the world around you, as well as allowing you to come to substantiated judgments which are evidence based, yet unique in their own right.
Entry Requirements
You will need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English Language at grade 5 (C/B) and Maths at grade 4 (C).
A GCSE in History is not a pre-requisite. However, if you studied it, a grade 5 (C/B) is required.
A recent school report will be required which demonstrates a committed attitude to learning.
It is assumed that students will enrol on a two-year A-level programme of study consisting of three or more subjects. However, students will be expected to demonstrate a committed attitude to learning and make positive progress in their first year of study.
What will you learn?
The new History syllabus is broken down into three components. These will run in parallel over your two-year period of study. The components are:
Component 1: Breadth Study – The making of a super power 1865-1975 (40%)
Component 2: Depth Study – The making of modern Britain 1951-2007 (40%)
Component 3: Historical Investigation – Personal Study (20%)
How will you learn?
This course will be delivered on-site at the Joseph Wright Centre.
What will you need to bring with you?
N/A
How will you be assessed?
There will be two examinations based upon each component – Breadth and Depth Study – and one coursework unit relating to a historical theme.
Component 1 – Exam: Breadth Study – Germany 1871-1991 – worth 40%.
Component 2 – Exam: Depth Study – Britain 1951-2007 – worth 40%.
Component 3 – Coursework: Historical Investigation – Personal Study – worth 20%.
Where next?
You can embark on a higher education course or go into employment.
Courses for further study could include subjects such as:
- History
- Law
- Humanities
Employment opportunities are in fields such as:
- Teaching
- Lecturing
- Law
- Surveying
Who do you contact for more information?
For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk
Course Information for Employers
Information for Employers
Career Information
This course could lead to one of these careers...
Physical Scientists
£32587
£0
Teaching Professionals
£18085
Higher Education Teaching Professionals
£46939
Further Education Teaching Professionals
£33259
Primary Education Teaching Professionals
£31465
Nursery Education Teaching Professionals
£30259
DCG Success Stories
Robert Osbourne
Eighteen year old Robert Osborne is off to York University to study for a law degree.
While at college I got some great work experience including spending time with the Crown Prosecution Service.
Kaya Cunningham
Former A-level student Kaya Cunningham exceeded her own expectations by gaining an A* in Law and As in History and Biology.
I enjoyed college. A-level Law was definitely my favourite.
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Course Information Last Updated On: September 19, 2024 12:15 pm
