Politics
A Level Politics gives students an understanding of the society and world they live in, and equips them to challenge the narratives they receive in the media or from politicians. Students study and compare the UK and US political systems, and learn about how political ideas are formed.​
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Grade 5 in English Literature or Language and a Humanities Subject (History preferred).
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WHAT TO EXPECT
An essay-based subject with the opportunity to give extended answers. Keep up-to-date with the news: this unique subject can change dramatically in just a few days! Vital homework tasks each week to keep your knowledge current.
UNITS STUDIED
- UK POLITICS
- UK GOVERNMENT
- POLITICS IN THE USA
- POLITICAL IDEAS
HOW IT’S ASSESSED
Three equally-weighted examinations at the end of Year 13; no coursework.
- Paper 1: UK Politics and the core political ideologies of socialism, conservatism and liberalism.
- Paper 2: UK Government and the ideology of feminism.
- Paper 3: US Politics
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
- The ability to put together and justify an argument, vital in business, law, etc.
- The ability to use knowledge to criticise and challenge a source, vital in the media, etc.
- Discussion and debate.
PROGRESSION
Career-wise, Politics can lead to a future in journalism, law, media, politics, education and business, due to the skills developed through this highly-respected academic A Level.
Politics also can complement future university studies in the Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences and Law faculties.
WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT?
A Level Politics will change the way you look at the world around you, and will help you to question what you see or hear from people, the media and world leaders. It is a highly-respected academic A Level that allows you to show off your ability to draw on your knowledge to put an argument together.