Part of our Sixth Form programme for online students following the British curriculum

Why Study A Level History With Us?

History is more than a record of the past; it shapes how we understand the present and prepare for the future. At Oxford Online School, our A Level History course is designed to foster curiosity, critical thinking, and academic rigour, all within the structure of the British curriculum.

Our course is ideal for online learners, homeschoolers, and international students who are eager to explore the political, social, and economic forces that have shaped the modern world.

Real-Time Support From UK-Based History Teachers

Our experienced, UK-based teachers deliver live lessons that spark debate, deepen contextual understanding, and build students’ analytical abilities. As part of our commitment to flipped learning, students are introduced to key topics before class, enabling live sessions to be discussion-led and focused on analysis.

All full-time A Level students at Oxford Online School are automatically enrolled in our UPP (University Preparation and Progression) programme. This includes:

• One-to-one academic mentoring
• Participation in the Cosmopolitan Future extracurricular programme
• Completion of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), which is compulsory for all full-time students

Our academic mentors work in close partnership with our History faculty to ensure students excel academically and are encouraged to participate in enrichment activities, including debates, historical research competitions, and essay prizes.

What You’ll Study

The course offers a broad and balanced exploration of British and international history. Topics typically include:

• British history – political change, empire, reform, and identity
• International relations – the Cold War, revolution, and ideological conflict
• Thematic studies – warfare, protest, leadership, and reform across time

Students will examine primary and secondary sources, develop coherent arguments, and refine their written communication through regular essay practice.

Exam Board & How You’ll Be Graded

Oxford Online School follows the Pearson Edexcel International A Level (IAL) specification in History. This is a modular qualification assessed through externally marked written exams, with no coursework.

To ensure students are fully prepared, we include:

• Weekly essay assignments and reading tasks
• Termly project-based assessments
• Mock examinations with detailed feedback

This structured support helps students gain confidence and perform well in extended responses, source evaluations, and analytical essays.

Structured Online Learning With Excellent Results

Our teaching model is built around real-time interaction and academic structure. All lessons are delivered live to ensure every student is part of a collaborative, intellectually rich environment.

We provide:

• Small class sizes for personalised learning
• Mentoring through the UPP programme
• Flipped learning for deeper engagement
• Weekly homework and termly assessments
• Comprehensive mock exam practice
• Extracurricular opportunities in debating, historical research, and essay writing

This environment supports students who aim to pursue History, Politics, International Relations, or Law at university.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for:

• Online students with an interest in history, politics, or law
• Homeschoolers following the British curriculum
• International students preparing for humanities degrees
• Learners who enjoy argumentation, source work, and essay writing

We welcome students who want to develop a nuanced understanding of the past and the critical thinking skills to make sense of the present.