1. Why Study History? Choosing one or more of these academic subjects will help you keep your higher education options open: Chemistry English Literature HistoryMathematics Languages Physics Source: University of Cambridge admissions policy, 2007-8.

2. Why Study History? The Top 20 Universities Recommend it.

3. Why Study History? Cambridge University says that choosing the following ‘soft options’ at A-Level will put you at a disadvantage: Accounting Art and Design Business Studies Communication Studies Dance Design and Technology Drama/Theatre Studies Film Studies Health and Social Care Home Economics Information and Communication Technology Leisure Studies Media Studies Music Technology Performance Studies Performing Arts Photography Physical Education Sports Studies Travel and Tourism Source: The Sunday Times, January 6, 2008:

4. Why Study History? The Russell Group of the Top Twenty universities in the UK stated in January 2008: “Students must not disadvantage themselves by choosing a combination of subjects which will not equip them as well as other subjects to excel on their chosen course, or which do not demonstrate as effectively as others their aptitude for a particular subject.” Read this very carefully before you start considering which subjects to take in your options.