A Level History Revision
There’s a saying that says, “Those who cannot learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” Well, if you use our A Level history revision resources, you’ll find it hard to forget. Save My Exams study tools help you focus your revision on the areas that will score you the highest marks, setting you up for exam success. If you’re teaching A Level history, our revision resources can help you too, making it easy to plan your lessons and give your students all the support they need ahead of their exam.
A Level History Revision Resources
A Level History Exam Boards
Edexcel A Level History: Route E: Communist states in the twentieth century
Edexcel History resources by exam board
A Level History Topics
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A Level History Grade Boundaries
Grade boundaries tell you what mark achieves which grade. In A Level history, you can choose from several different options, meaning there are lots of different grade boundaries that apply to each option.
A Level History Specifications
Exam specifications help you understand what kind of topics could appear on your paper. This can help you plan your revision more effectively, focusing on the areas that will score you the most marks and saving time elsewhere. A Level students can choose from topics including The Age of the Crusades, The British Empire and The Wars of the Roses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the pass rate for A Level history?
In 2025 (opens in a new tab), the pass rate for A Level history was 83.9% (the number of students achieving a grade C or above). This was an increase from 81.2% in 2024.
Is history a ‘soft’ A Level?
History is considered by many to be a hard A Level. This is because there is a lot of information to revise, and the subject requires deep analysis and critical thinking skills. However, with the right approach and study schedule, succeeding in this subject is more than achievable.
How respected is history A Level?
A Level history is very well respected by many top universities. It shows a good understanding of a range of eras, good critical thinking and memory skills, and the ability to learn from various different ways of thinking.
