Government and Politics

Course summary

Politics A Level enables pupils to develop their knowledge and understanding of contemporary political structures and the surrounding issues in their historical context, both within the UK and the USA. Pupils develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes developing an informed understanding of the influences and interests which have an impact on decisions in government and politics. By combining the study of the structure of governments and political systems alongside political theories, pupils will become more informed of the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups, and their relationship within a political structure. The transferable skills garnered from such a study will focus on developing the ability to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate political information to form arguments and make judgements and an informed interest in, and engagement with, contemporary politics in adult life.