Government and Politics

Entry Requirements

The course is suited to those who enjoy current affairs, read newspapers, and have an interest in the ideas behind the headlines. No particular GCSE qualifications are necessary, but Politics is a demanding and rigorous course. It is essential that students have the facility to write cogently and well substantiated extended pieces, along with good reading skills and an ability to analyse and be critical of key material. To this end, students wishing to take Politics should look to have an A in History and/or English. Assessment is based on short answers, essays and evaluation of information. There is no coursework. Research, discussion and debate form an essential part of the learning process of this subject.