Student News

  • GCSE Results 2012

    22nd August 2012

    Congratulations to the students who have received their GCSE results. In particular we at the Historical Association are proud of those who now have a GCSE in history - those students are part of the long tradition of British young people who continue to understand the importance of studying the...

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  • The Young Historian Project 2012

    22nd April 2012

    This initiative has been celebrating the achievements of young historians in schools for over twenty years. It is largely funded by the Historical Association and the Spirit of Normandy Trust. It has an annual award scheme and also funds some special events, such as the annual Young Historian Day at...

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  • A-Levels to Get Harder? 2012

    4th April 2012

    This week, the government has announced news that steps will be taken to make A-Level examinations harder; this will include input from universities. Steps taken will make it more difficult to pass A-Level examinations and therefore result in a lowering of the numbers entering university. The government hopes that these...

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  • The HA's Great Debate Final and winner 2012

    15th March 2012

    Arianna Azari the winner of the Historical Associations' ‘Great Debate' 2012 The Historical Association' Great Debate once more showcased the outstanding ability of young people to engage with history. Individuals, movements, technology and events were all discussed to illustrate the question ‘Why history matters to me'. The winner Arianna, from...

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  • Why History? Why Me?

    30th June 2010

    What is History? History, the study of the past, is all around us; we are continually making history through our thoughts, words and actions. History is personal and global; it is everyday life and momentous occasions. History is about people.Through our study of the past, we can understand how our...

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