Course information
Government and Politics
Royal Russell School - Croydon
02086574433
Coombe Lane, Croydon, CR9 5BX
Course summary

Do you enjoy a good argument? Are you interested in current affairs? Do you think Theresa May is a good or a bad Prime Minister or that the Labour Party has good or bad policies? Are you interested in finding out more about how the UK Parliament and Judiciary work and about theories like Socialism and Liberalism? If so, Politics is for you. In Year 13, you can study Global Politics - finding out about the main international bodies like the UN, EU and NATO and then look at the international response to problems such as genocide in Sudan, human rights abuse in Burma and poverty in the global south. Students who enjoy History, Geography and Religious Studies are likely to do well. Subject highlights include: • Plenty of opportunities to debate and to hear top politicians speak • The subject never stays still • Chance to hear top politicians speak

Entry requirements

Our standard entry requirements are 36 GCSE points from 6 subjects, including English and Maths, along with good school reports and attendance records. Alternative qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Pupils wishing to start on 4 A levels need 5 subjects at grade 8 including each subject they will be studying. 6 in English Language

How you'll be assessed

UK Politics and Core Political Ideas • Three essays • 120 minutes • 33.3%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityCroydon
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding Fee£44,592
Sixth Form Fee£13,332 - £22,560
AddressCoombe Lane, Croydon, CR9 5BX