Politics
WHAT DO I NEED TO STUDY THIS COURSE?
To study Politics at A Level you will need to have achieved GCSE English Language at grade 5 or better, GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 or better, plus at least three additional GCSEs at grades 4 or better.
IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?
Politics impacts everything we do. This is an incredibly interesting course that takes you through how our country works, whether it is working and what we can do to change it. DO NOT be afraid if you are thinking ‘I know nothing about politics’ – many A-Level Politics students begin with little or no knowledge. We will teach you everything you need to know.
WHERE WILL THIS COURSE TAKE ME?
A-Level Politics is one of the most popular A-Level subjects, ranked as the 12th most opted-for A-Level nationally. It is looked on very favourably by universities and employers as it shows a deeper understanding of our country and the wider world. Taking A-Level Politics will help set you apart from others. It shows you have the ability to reason, problem solve, analyse, question and, above all, shows you are a rounded individual.
Example career paths include: The Police, Media, Foreign Affairs, Research, Further Study, Law, Politics, Journalism, Social Work, Sales & Marketing, Advertising, Banking, Accountancy, Armed Forces, Writing, Publishing, Civil Service, Charity Sector, Teaching/Lecturing.
WHAT WILL I LEARN
You will learn about our democracy and consider how healthy it is, including what changes we could make. You will also look into what different political parties believe and what makes people vote for them. You will study the systems of our government and the US government
YEAR 1
Paper 1 – UK Politics
Paper 2 – UK Government
YEAR 2
Paper 2 – UK Government
Paper 3 – US Government & Politics
HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?
- Linear course – all exams will be sat in Year 13 – you cannot take AS Level Politics.
- Three exams at the end of Year 13 on each of the topics above.
- A-Level Politics is 100% exam-based.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
See Mr Smith
