Government and Politics

Course summary

Politics A Level is the study of the political events unfolding around us and offers an introduction to some of the key ideologies that inform modern democracies and government. Two of the three papers focus on the UK. Component One looks at democracy and participation, exploring political parties, pressure groups and elections as well as conservatism, liberalism and socialism. Component Two investigates the institutions that create our political framework, such as the Cabinet and the Houses of Parliament, and includes the case study of nationalism. Component Three spotlights the study of US politics and government.