History
Our students develop habits of independent study, honing their research and analytical skills.
Those students who will be most successful studying History will demonstrate:
- An inquiring and lively mind
- An enjoyment of discussion and debate
- An ability to express opinion and argument clearly, on paper and verbally
It isn’t necessary to have studied History at GCSE to select this A Level.
Our students develop habits of independent study, honing their research and analytical skills. They build their confidence to contribute to discussion and debate inside the classroom and beyond. History students can manage information sources effectively and develop a clear, logical written style through essay writing practice. Perhaps the most important and relevant characteristic developed through the study of History, is an appreciation of, and respect for, the opinions and views of others.
A level History
Topics include:
- Russian History from 1917 to 1953
- Tudors between 1485 and 1603
- The Arab-Israeli Conflict 1895 to 2010
Our students go on to study a broad range of subjects at university and enter a wide range of professions including accountancy, law, banking and financial management, business, civil service, human resources management, journalism, medicine, politics, and media.
Co-curricular Activities:
- Day trips and residential visits to locations such as London and Ypres
- Our thriving History Club is open to all pupils.
