Politics analyses the relationship between people and their government. It is a complex and demanding subject that is exciting, rewarding and intellectually stimulating. It is of immediate practical relevance to our lives. What you read in the newspapers and see on the news is directly relevant to the study of politics. To understand the arguments of politicians, be aware of their attempts to persuade and to participate effectively in defending one‘s rights as a citizen, one needs to appreciate the nature of the UK democratic system. To be politically ignorant is to be at a distinct disadvantage.
Entry to Sixth Form is by application and is dependent on the candidate achieving the minimum academic requirement of five GCSE grades at C or above (at least three at Grade B or above). The formal requirement to study Politics at A Level is GCSE History and/or English Language Grade 6 or higher. You must also be interested in current affairs and highly self-motivated. Success in the subject will be the result of an ability to work independently and the determination to develop a mature essay writing style. You will have the opportunity to visit the Houses of Parliament and UK Supreme Court. Those with a genuine interest in current political events in the UK and USA are highly likely to excel.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Akeley Wood Senior School, Bycell Road, MK18 5AE |
Politics analyses the relationship between people and their government. It is a complex and demanding subject that is exciting, rewarding and intellectually stimulating. It is of immediate practical relevance to our lives. What you read in the newspapers and see on the news is directly relevant to the study of politics. To understand the arguments of politicians, be aware of their attempts to persuade and to participate effectively in defending one‘s rights as a citizen, one needs to appreciate the nature of the UK democratic system. To be politically ignorant is to be at a distinct disadvantage.
Entry to Sixth Form is by application and is dependent on the candidate achieving the minimum academic requirement of five GCSE grades at C or above (at least three at Grade B or above). The formal requirement to study Politics at A Level is GCSE History and/or English Language Grade 6 or higher. You must also be interested in current affairs and highly self-motivated. Success in the subject will be the result of an ability to work independently and the determination to develop a mature essay writing style. You will have the opportunity to visit the Houses of Parliament and UK Supreme Court. Those with a genuine interest in current political events in the UK and USA are highly likely to excel.