Well regarded by universities (and employers) for a wide range of courses in Politics, Economics, English, Languages, Art History, Law, Archaeology, Philosophy, Sociology, Theology and more!

Central to an understanding of current affairs.

Develops analytical, research, literacy and numeracy skills

Very good results and progression. In 2024, 100% of A level history students passed and 56% achieved an A*, A or B grade (from a cohort of 117 students).

Students of History go on to a wide range of careers from: heritage work, teaching, research, journalism, law, accountancy and management, the civil service, and even midwifery.

A range of extra-curricular activities - History Club, the History Christmas Quiz. In the past, we have organised trips in Britain and abroad to places like Rome or Berlin. Check out History on Tour!

It’s very much a personal preference. Studying Modern and Tudor History  will give you the same qualification and you will sit similar examinations. Both courses are enjoyable, varied and appeal to everyone. The main difference is the content. Some students want to find out about the modern world, while others want to study something completely different and choose the Tudor option, which could be a good choice if you are thinking of going on to study History at university. Some students have not studied History at GCSE and will pick the course which interests them most. Whichever course you choose, we are sure you will find it interesting, challenging and stimulating.

Please note: you can study either A level Tudor History or A level Modern History at QE, but you can't choose both. Sorry!