Government and Politics
St Wilfrid's RC College - South Tyneside
01914569121
Temple Park Road, South Shields, NE34 0QA
Course summary

A common saying from people is that they donʼt do politics; however, everyone certainly has an opinion on how the country is run, from huge issues like Brexit to smaller day-to-day issues. Politics is always in the news and, no matter your political leaning, the study of how our country works is crucial for any young adult with an eye on their future and on making a difference. A Level Politics is a complete course in itself and doesn't require an intention to study the subject further; the skills gained across the two years will be valuable to anyone, whether they intend to study at university, go into employment, or other education. Study Politics – learn about life! Course content: Paper 1 covers the Government and Politics of the UK and is studied in Year 12. This topic covers most areas of how the government in this country is organised, how it works, and what it does, culminating in a 2-hour-long exam at the end of Year 13. Paper 2 covers the Government and Politics of the USA and is studied in Year 13. This topic covers most areas of how the government in the USA is organized, how it works, and what it does. It also allows comparison between the UK and the USA systems in the 2-hour-long exam at the end of Year 13. Paper 3 covers Political Ideas and is studied in Year 12. This topic covers many political ideas and beliefs and allows students to study the development of these beliefs as well as look at the key people within them. This also culminates in a 2 hour long exam at the end of Year 13.

Entry requirements

At least 5 9-4 grades including English and Mathematics - a minimum of grade 6 at the subject they wish to study.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1 covers the Government and Politics of the UK and is studied in Year 12. This topic covers most areas of how the government in this country is organized, how it works, and what it does, culminating in a 2-hour-long exam at the end of Year 13. Paper 2 covers the Government and Politics of the USA and is studied in Year 13. This topic covers most areas of the government in the USA is organized, how it works, and what it does. It also gives the opportunity for comparison between the UK and the USA systems in the 2-hour-long exam at the end of Year 13. Paper 3 covers Political Ideas and is studied in Year 12. This topic covers many political ideas and beliefs and allows students to study the development of these beliefs as well as look at the key people within them. This also culminates in a 2-hour long exam at the end of Year 13.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthoritySouth Tyneside
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressTemple Park Road, South Shields, NE34 0QA