Syllabus and exams
This course prepares students for the Edexcel A level History of Art syllabus 9HT0.
There is no AS level for this subject.
Exams take place in May/June only.
Benefits
Taking Edexcel A level History of Art will enable students to:
- Explore art from different time periods and cultures, providing a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural contexts in which art was created.
- Analyse and interpret works of art, helping to develop critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Improve research skills as students investigate artists, art movements and historical periods.
- Work independently. A skill which will prove invaluable for further education.
Course advice
In order to study this Edexcel A level History of Art course we would recommend that students have achieved at least the following grades at IGCSE (or equivalent level):
- First Language English (C or 4), Maths (C or 4).
- The recommended IELTS equivalent is IELTS 6.0/6.5.
Our AS course will take approximately 250 hours of study. Our full A level course will take appropriately 500 hours of study. Both AS and A level courses will require extra time for preparation of the assignments and revision at the end of the course.