POLITICS

POLITICS A LEVEL

WHAT WILL I STUDY?

Politics is concerned with how we are governed and how we as individuals can influence this.

We look at The UK political system and then use this as a comparison for other systems around the world. We discuss core political ideas and aim for you to develop knowledge an informed understanding of the influences and interests which have an impact on decisions in government and politics as well as the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups.

The course also aims to develop the ability to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate political information to form arguments and make judgements.

WHAT CAN I DO AFTER THE COURSE?

Politics combines well with subjects like history and law though it supports a wide range of careers and university courses.

KEY INFORMATION

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSE grades 9-5 including maths and English

LENGTH OF COURSE: Two years

ASSESSMENT: Three exams at the end of the second year

TYPE OF COURSE: A Level