Politics is a highly demanding and among the most challenging A-level subjects to undertake. Politics focuses on understanding political processes of the U.K. United States as well as considering how actions of government institutions and individuals impact the wider global community. In particular we focus on current events to expand learning beyond the classroom, which makes for a more relevant and engaging approach to complex political processes.​ Politics looks at trying to explain complex problems through debating policy decisions, key legislation and historical changes in political entities. Big political questions are tackled head on and having an informed opinions is vital to engage with those questions. Questions such as Why should people vote is nothing changes? Is President Trump is having a positive effect on US politics? Should there be a second referendum on Brexit?​ Although demanding, challenging and sometimes frustrating politics is a highly rewarding A-level. Helping you develop critical thinking, pragmatic problem solving and discussion skills, among others, it will help prepare you to become a positive contributor to the global community.