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History (A Level | Level 3 | Single)

Franklin Sixth Form College

Chelmsford Avenue, Grimsby, DN34 5BY

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3

Available start dates

Available start dates

Sunday, 06 September 2026
Franklin College
2 Year(s)
Part of a full time programme
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

Step into the fascinating world of modern history and explore the importance of civil rights, democracy for the working classes, and the impact of dictatorships and their tyranny on ordinary people. Make sense of the present by exploring the past and earn a versatile and highly regarded qualification.

Complementary courses

  • Ancient History
  • Politics
  • English Language / Literature
  • Criminology
  • Law / Applied Law
  • Geography
  • Philosophy and Ethics
  • STEM subjects

Course Details

As an A Level History student, you will investigate the complexities of Communist Russia (1917 to 1991) and the People’s Republic of China (1949 to 1976), and explore British history with a key focus on protest, agitation, and reform from 1780 to 1928, while coursework will focus on the abolition of the slave trade in Britain. You’ll also have the opportunity to take part in incredible overseas trips to Athens or Rome, as well as get to know British history better with a visit to the Pankhurst Centre in Manchester. As part of your studies, you’ll also experience university-style learning through lectures, seminars, and workshops at the University of Hull’s acclaimed Wilberforce Institute for the Study of Slavery and Emancipation

How will it be delivered and assessed?

  • Combination of Coursework and Examination

Entry requirements

For the latest entry requirements for all our courses please click the following link: https://www.franklin.ac.uk/courses/course-entry-requirements

Your next steps...

Possible career paths

  • Archaeologist
  • Archivist
  • Curator
  • Heritage Manager
  • Educator
  • Journalist
  • Civil Servant
  • Lawyer / Solicitor
  • PR Professional
  • Business Manager


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