Component 1 will examine UK politics, how elections are organised, the role of political parties and the importance of the media. The core political ideas of conservatism, liberalism and socialism will also be studied. Component 2 will examine UK government, the role of Parliament, the power of the Prime Minister and the importance of the Judiciary. Political ideology will also be studied. Component 3 will examine the institutions of the USA and the representative processes of the US political system, comparing them to those of the UK.
The normal expectation for entry to our Sixth Form is six Grades 9 - 5 or equivalent at GCSE, but we do consider all applications on an individual basis, so if you have any concerns about meeting these grades please come and speak to Mrs C L Wheeler or Mr Smith, our Assistant Principal (Academic). No specific GCSE qualifications are required but an interest in current affairs is important. An ability to express and develop your own ideas and opinions, both in written work and class discussion is an advantage. During the course students will be expected to complete written essays on a regular basis, and will be expected to research certain topics on occasions.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £12,207 - £16,299 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,207 - £16,299 |
| Address | Farewell Hall, South Road, DH1 3TB |
Component 1 will examine UK politics, how elections are organised, the role of political parties and the importance of the media. The core political ideas of conservatism, liberalism and socialism will also be studied. Component 2 will examine UK government, the role of Parliament, the power of the Prime Minister and the importance of the Judiciary. Political ideology will also be studied. Component 3 will examine the institutions of the USA and the representative processes of the US political system, comparing them to those of the UK.
The normal expectation for entry to our Sixth Form is six Grades 9 - 5 or equivalent at GCSE, but we do consider all applications on an individual basis, so if you have any concerns about meeting these grades please come and speak to Mrs C L Wheeler or Mr Smith, our Assistant Principal (Academic). No specific GCSE qualifications are required but an interest in current affairs is important. An ability to express and develop your own ideas and opinions, both in written work and class discussion is an advantage. During the course students will be expected to complete written essays on a regular basis, and will be expected to research certain topics on occasions.