Politics

A-Level

The Politics qualification has been designed so that it reflects the demands of a truly modern and evolving political environment in the UK and around the world.

Open Days & Visits Admissions

The Politics qualification has been designed so that it reflects the demands of a truly modern and evolving political environment in the UK and around the world.

Open Days & Visits Admissions

To study this subject, you'll need Grade 7 GCSE in either History, RS or English Lit/Lang.

Students do not need to have studied Politics at GCSE in order to take the A-Level. Prospective students must possess an active interest in Politics both inside and out of the classroom and it is an expectation that Politics students keep up-to-date with current affairs by reading the news daily.

What you will learn?

In A-Level Politics, you will explore political systems, ideologies, and current affairs, developing your understanding of how power and decision-making shape society.

Course Components

A Deep Understanding

A detailed insight into the political systems, beliefs and ideologies that are central to understanding the world we live in today.

The US and the UK

A focus on Government and Politics of the US and the UK, including comparisons between the two.

Congress & Parliament

The study of Congress & Parliament, Presidents & Prime Ministers, The Supreme Court, Elections and Participation in Democracy

Political Ideologies

The course also covers some key political ideologies: Socialism, Liberalism, Conservatism and Feminism

Skills you will develop

Political Analysis

Understanding how political systems, institutions, and ideologies operate.

Critical Thinking

Evaluating political arguments, debates, and policies.

Essay Writing

Constructing clear, evidence-based political arguments.

Source Evaluation

Analysing political speeches, documents, and data.

Students who study this subject, often have these careers...

Political Analyst

Researches and analyses political trends, policies, and current events to provide insights and recommendations to decision-makers.

Journalist

Researching, writing, and reporting news and information for various media platforms.

Civil Servant

Supporting the government in policy development and implementation, and delivering public services.

How is this Subject Assessed?

3 Written, Long Answer Exams

Edexcel

Written Examination

2hrs 15mins

UK Politics and Core Political Ideas

Written Examination

2hrs 15mins

UK Government and Non-Core Political Ideas

Written Examination

2hrs 15mins

Government and Politics of the USA

Who will teach you?

Mrs M Stephenson

Head of Politics

Mr P Smith

Teacher of Politics

Mr J Woolley

Teacher of Politics

Students who study this subject, often get accepted at...

The University of Manchester

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The University of York

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The University of Amsterdam

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