We don’t always like politicians and the things that governments do but the business of politics touches every aspect of our lives. And whilst we might criticize governments for some of their policies, it has to be better than having no government at all. Society just wouldn’t function without an elected body to decide, say, what taxes will be levied, how those taxes will be spent on things like health and education or how the country will be defended. No matter whether the government makes you feel angry or reassured, it’s worth knowing how the whole process of an elected government works. Knowledge is power. The popular Government and Politics A Level gives you the knowledge to understand how government works, particularly in the UK, but also in other countries. If you want to work in local or national government and make a difference to society, this course is a valuable first step. The course is split into three units: 1. UK Politics - political participation and core political ideas. 2. UK Government - UK Government and political ideas. 3. Comparative Politics - US politics. A qualification in Politics is acknowledged as an academically rigorous qualification and is useful for a whole range of professions that require rational analytical thinking, the ability to argue and to make a case. The ability to comprehend, interpret and evaluate lots of information to reach practical solutions and decisions is also developed. Many Government and Politics students go on to pursue careers in law, journalism as well as local and national government.
Minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent) with grades 4-9 (A*-C). This must include at least four full course GCSEs. Grade 5 in English language or English literature, Grade 5 in history if studied at GCSE level.
There will be three examinations lasting two hours each at the end of Year 13.
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| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Cheshire East |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Holly Road, Wilmslow, SK9 1LZ |
We don’t always like politicians and the things that governments do but the business of politics touches every aspect of our lives. And whilst we might criticize governments for some of their policies, it has to be better than having no government at all. Society just wouldn’t function without an elected body to decide, say, what taxes will be levied, how those taxes will be spent on things like health and education or how the country will be defended. No matter whether the government makes you feel angry or reassured, it’s worth knowing how the whole process of an elected government works. Knowledge is power. The popular Government and Politics A Level gives you the knowledge to understand how government works, particularly in the UK, but also in other countries. If you want to work in local or national government and make a difference to society, this course is a valuable first step. The course is split into three units: 1. UK Politics - political participation and core political ideas. 2. UK Government - UK Government and political ideas. 3. Comparative Politics - US politics. A qualification in Politics is acknowledged as an academically rigorous qualification and is useful for a whole range of professions that require rational analytical thinking, the ability to argue and to make a case. The ability to comprehend, interpret and evaluate lots of information to reach practical solutions and decisions is also developed. Many Government and Politics students go on to pursue careers in law, journalism as well as local and national government.
Minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent) with grades 4-9 (A*-C). This must include at least four full course GCSEs. Grade 5 in English language or English literature, Grade 5 in history if studied at GCSE level.
There will be three examinations lasting two hours each at the end of Year 13.