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A Level History in Sunderland for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? Check which courses you can do free.

About this course

Free GCE A Level in History in Sunderland. Classes run at St Aidan's Catholic Academy. This two-year, full-time daytime course covers historical analysis, source evaluation, and extended essay writing across a range of periods and themes. To enrol, you'll need a grade 6 or above in both GCSE History and GCSE English Language. The level 3 GCE A Level in History qualification is assessed through written examinations and coursework, and opens routes into university study, law, accountancy, teaching, travel and tourism, and many other fields.

Who this course is for

Among the many and varied careers followed by former students are: pharmacy, accountancy, hotel and catering, travel and tourism as well as the more traditional teaching and Law.

Entry requirements

It is vital that students will have passed GCSE History with at least a ‘6’ grade. A Grade 6 in English Language is also necessary due to the literacy requirements of the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll analyse primary and secondary historical sources critically.
  • You'll construct extended written arguments supported by evidence.
  • You'll evaluate different historical interpretations and debates.
  • You'll develop detailed knowledge of specific historical periods and events.
  • You'll plan and write an independent piece of historical research (coursework).
  • You'll build the essay-writing and literacy skills required for university-level study.

How you will learn

You'll study through classroom-based lessons at St Aidan's Catholic Academy, covering taught content, discussion, and source analysis. Assessment is through written examinations at the end of the two years, alongside a coursework component that requires independent historical research and extended writing. AQA sets and marks the examinations.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Aidan's Catholic Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Solicitor or legal executive: A Level History is a common route into law degrees.
  • Accountant: former History students regularly enter accountancy training.
  • Teacher: History is a shortage subject with strong graduate employment.
  • Archivist or records manager: research and analytical skills directly apply.
  • Civil servant or policy analyst: strong writing and critical thinking valued.
  • Travel and tourism professional: a route noted by the provider for former students.
  • Journalist or researcher: source analysis and writing underpin both roles.

What you could study next

A Level History is typically used as part of a university application. You could go on to study a BA History, BA Law, BA Politics, or a joint honours degree. From there, professional qualifications such as a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL), CIPD qualifications for HR roles, or ACCA for accountancy are common next steps depending on the career direction you choose.

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