• Full Time
  • Level 3

WJEC AS Level History Level 3

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Subject Area
A Levels
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time
Level
3

Course Overview

This course covers a broad yet insightful look at the history of the world.

…you enjoy researching and discovering facts

…you’re curious about historical events and their impact on our modern world

…you have a passion for history

…you are interested in following the Humanities Pathway, the Law Pathway or the English and Writing Pathway.

The course is divided into 5 units: two at AS Level and three at A2 Level. The AS qualification is gained at the end of the first year of study, followed by the full A Level qualification gained at the end of the two-year course.

In AS and A Level History, there are facts and concepts to understand about how the society in which we live has evolved. But in studying the subject, you’ll also develop essential skills such as research analysis, evaluation and communication.

Upon completion of the course, you’ll achieve:

  • AS Level History
  • A Level History

To enrol on this course, you’ll need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, and a minimum of a C grade in English and Mathematics/Numeracy.

History is a well-recognised traditional academic subject which enables you to proceed to higher education or employment. Opportunities are available for history graduates in a range of professions including Law, Education, Business, Journalism, Media and Museum work.

You’ll need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including a minimum of C grades in English Language and Mathematics/Numeracy.

You’ll need to make financial contributions to the travel cost of educational visits. Typical visits would include local castles and heritage sites, as well as the opportunity to take part in a foreign excursion related to the A level History course.

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Crosskeys Campus

Course Code
CFAS0127A1
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time

Torfaen Learning Zone

Course Code
PFAS0127A1
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time

Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone

Course Code
EFAS0127A1
Duration
1 year
Mode of study
Full Time
Day(s)
Infill to fulltime course

All courses may be subject to change and cancelled if deemed not viable to run.

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