WHY STUDY POLITICS? The study of Politics will give students a good level of understanding of how the UK and international political systems work. They will thoroughly analyse the democratic process in both contexts and will build knowledge of key political events in the recent history of the UK and more widely. They will also study key ideologies such as conservatism, socialism, liberalism and feminism. Beyond a critical awareness of the world around them, Politics A Level students emerge with finely-tuned analytical skills. They can debate with confidence and write with precision. CONTENT OF THE COURSE: Component One focuses on UK Politics and Core Political Ideas (conservatism, socialism and liberalism) while Component Two examines UK Government and Non-Core Political Ideas (feminism). Component Three is a comparative study of Global Politics.
For entry to the Sixth Form (and UC4), an interview is an absolute requirement and will inform the decision to offer a place or not. While general the interview will seek to explore a candidate's academic and co-curricular interests, attitude to school, personal qualities, and ability to contribute to the College community.
Component: UK Politics: Essay questions requiring analytical writing Length: 2hrs Weighting: 33% Component: UK Government: As above Length: 2hrs Weighting: 33% Component: Comparative Politics. A mix of short and longer exam questions Length: 2hrs Weighting: 33%
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £29,700 - £33,900; Boarding £45,150 - £50,700 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Bayshill Road, Cheltenham, GL50 3EP |
WHY STUDY POLITICS? The study of Politics will give students a good level of understanding of how the UK and international political systems work. They will thoroughly analyse the democratic process in both contexts and will build knowledge of key political events in the recent history of the UK and more widely. They will also study key ideologies such as conservatism, socialism, liberalism and feminism. Beyond a critical awareness of the world around them, Politics A Level students emerge with finely-tuned analytical skills. They can debate with confidence and write with precision. CONTENT OF THE COURSE: Component One focuses on UK Politics and Core Political Ideas (conservatism, socialism and liberalism) while Component Two examines UK Government and Non-Core Political Ideas (feminism). Component Three is a comparative study of Global Politics.
For entry to the Sixth Form (and UC4), an interview is an absolute requirement and will inform the decision to offer a place or not. While general the interview will seek to explore a candidate's academic and co-curricular interests, attitude to school, personal qualities, and ability to contribute to the College community.
Component: UK Politics: Essay questions requiring analytical writing Length: 2hrs Weighting: 33% Component: UK Government: As above Length: 2hrs Weighting: 33% Component: Comparative Politics. A mix of short and longer exam questions Length: 2hrs Weighting: 33%