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If you find yourself eager to explore the history of art, we have some exciting news for you. The National Extension College (NEC), in partnership with an Art History Charity, has received a grant to help more state school/college students access A level History of Art.
Thanks to this funding, we are able to offer students who attend a state school, college or further education institution, our new one-year Structured Fast Track History of Art A level completely free of charge
Enrolment on to the fully-funded course will be on a first-come, first-served basis when you enrol and upon proof of attendance at a state school, college or further education institution.
Enrolments will open in May 2026 for a September 2026 course start.
We are committed to ensuring that every Structured Fast Track A level student starts their journey confident and fully prepared. We’ll provide exclusive Summer work designed to give you the ultimate advantage and ensure you are ready to start the course.
History of Art joins our other Structured Fast Track A level courses in providing a guided, flexible one-year A level experience that combines academic ambition with personalised support and structure. Find out more about Structured Fast Track A levels.
Why Choose History of Art?
History of Art is a subject that helps build and develop a number of skills including critical thinking, visual analysis, and research skills, while encouraging you to develop a broader cultural awareness. This course is a strong foundation for future studies and careers in the arts, heritage, museums, and many other related fields.
This opportunity is particularly valuable for you if you:
- Aren’t currently studying an art subject but would benefit from a humanities or arts-based course – for example, if you are already taking History, English, or Politics.
- Want to strengthen your university application.
- Are looking to add an extra A level to your timetable, or want to achieve an A level in one year.
A Flexible and Supported Way to Study A level History of Art
Our Structured Fast Track A level History of Art course follows the Edexcel (9HT0) specification, and will give students 24/7 access to high-quality course materials and flexible online learning, with:
- a detailed Study Schedule to keep you on track from day one
- a Course Plan mapping out key dates, assignments and tutor feedback
- an Introductory Quiz to assess your starting point and tailor your learning journey
- regular Live Seminars with your tutor and the opportuity to interact with other students on the course
- expert-led tuition and timely feedback offering you personalised support.
What NEC Students Say About A level History of Art
NEC’s standard A level History of Art course has an outstanding track record. In 2025, NEC students achieved a 100% pass rate at grades A–C*.
“The materials for this Art History online course are excellent. Enrolment was simple and the online platform is pretty easy to use. Most importantly, though, the content of the course has been fascinating so far. I am thoroughly enjoying it.” – Caroline, NEC student
“I enjoyed the course so much. It wasn’t dry at all, and I loved every single moment of it.” – Jill, NEC student
Register Your Interest
Structured Fast Track A levels are designed to enable you to complete your course within a year, and gain the all important grades you need.
If you are a state sector school/college student interested in NEC’s A level History of Art Structured Fast Track A level register your interest and we will contact you when enrolments open in late Spring 2026.
Enrolment on to the fully-funded Structured Fast Track A level History of Art course will be on a first-come, first-served basis when you enrol and upon proof of attendance at a state school, college or further education institution.
To find out more about our Structured Fast Track courses, why not join us at our Virtual Open Day on Tuesday 24th February 2026.