A-Level Politics enables students to develop knowledge and understanding of the role politics plays in relation to current local, national and global issues, as well as studying key thinkers and political ideas. A-Level Politics is a natural accompaniment to other courses such as History, Business and Sociology and will appeal to students with an interest in current affairs. This course offers plenty of opportunity for debate and encourages critical thinking.
GCSE grade 6 (or above) in English plus GCSE grade 5 (or above) in Maths. An interest in current affairs and politics (a GCSE History qualification is desirable but not essential).
Paper 1: UK Politics - 2hrs, 84 marks (⅓ total grade) Paper 2: UK Government - 2hrs, 84 marks (⅓ total grade) Paper 3: Comparative Politics (USA - 2hrs, 84 marks (⅓ total grade)
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Abenhall Road, Mitcheldean, GL17 0DU |
A-Level Politics enables students to develop knowledge and understanding of the role politics plays in relation to current local, national and global issues, as well as studying key thinkers and political ideas. A-Level Politics is a natural accompaniment to other courses such as History, Business and Sociology and will appeal to students with an interest in current affairs. This course offers plenty of opportunity for debate and encourages critical thinking.
GCSE grade 6 (or above) in English plus GCSE grade 5 (or above) in Maths. An interest in current affairs and politics (a GCSE History qualification is desirable but not essential).
Paper 1: UK Politics - 2hrs, 84 marks (⅓ total grade) Paper 2: UK Government - 2hrs, 84 marks (⅓ total grade) Paper 3: Comparative Politics (USA - 2hrs, 84 marks (⅓ total grade)