Government & Politics is a study of the political systems, behaviours and ideas in the UK, Europe and the USA. This course will help candidates develop a critical awareness of the nature of politics and the relationships between the different players. Politics is a live subject, and is constantly changing. As a result it is challenging, but rewards an interest in current a airs, on a local, national and global scale.
You should have a willingness to work hard and have an interest in current affairs. The fundamental skills of this rigorous humanities subject are close reading, complex argumentative writing and deep thought. The essay based nature of the subject requires you to have a grade 7 in English Language GCSE, plus a grade 7 from History, Geography or Religious Studies (or equivalent).
There will be three 2 hour examinations at the end of the second year which will test your knowledge and understanding, ability to analyse political information and evaluative skills. There is no coursework.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | West Sussex |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £31,800 - £34,275 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £10,200 - £26,400 |
| Address | College Lane, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, BN6 9JS |
Government & Politics is a study of the political systems, behaviours and ideas in the UK, Europe and the USA. This course will help candidates develop a critical awareness of the nature of politics and the relationships between the different players. Politics is a live subject, and is constantly changing. As a result it is challenging, but rewards an interest in current a airs, on a local, national and global scale.
You should have a willingness to work hard and have an interest in current affairs. The fundamental skills of this rigorous humanities subject are close reading, complex argumentative writing and deep thought. The essay based nature of the subject requires you to have a grade 7 in English Language GCSE, plus a grade 7 from History, Geography or Religious Studies (or equivalent).
There will be three 2 hour examinations at the end of the second year which will test your knowledge and understanding, ability to analyse political information and evaluative skills. There is no coursework.