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A-Levels in Art History Retained in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland

Posted in opportunities by Editor on December 2, 2016

As reported by Judith Burns for BBC News (1 December 2016) . . .

Campaigners for art history A-level say they are “absolutely thrilled” by a late decision to save the subject, which was set to be discontinued. Exam board Pearson has confirmed plans to develop a new history of art A-level for teaching from next September.

October’s decision by the AQA board to drop the subject provoked an outcry from experts who argued “society had never required its insights more” . . .

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