A Level Politics

Delve into the heart of political debate and decision-making with our A Level Politics course.�This comprehensive program covers a wide range of topics, including political ideologies, institutions, and processes. Through critical analysis of political theories, case studies, and contemporary issues, students develop a deep understanding of the dynamics of politics in local, national, and global contexts.

If you are interested and engaged in learning about political issues, the A Level Politics course will enable you to analyse and understand politics in depth. You don't need extensive knowledge of politics to study the subject, but a desire to keep informed about political issues is essential to your success on this course. Topics that will be covered include: Unit 1 Politics and Political Ideas:� Democracy and ParticipationPolitical PartiesElectoral SystemsVoting Behaviour and the Media - understanding core ideology: Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism Unit 2 Government & Political Ideas: The ConstitutionParliament the Prime Minster and the GovernmentRelations Between the Branches of Government - understanding fringe ideologies: Anarchism. Unit 3 US Politics: Comparative Politics - UK vs US linkagesUS Constitution and FederalismCongressThe PresidencySupreme Court and Civil RightsDemocracy and ParticipationComparative Theories The course includes a variety of learning experiences such as lectures, videos, group work, presentations, discussions, quizzes, examination practice and personal research. Politics links very well with Law, History and other Social Sciences.

Assessment takes the form of three written examinations at the end of two years of study. In all exams there will be a source based question and traditional essay style questions. Progression to year 2 will be dependent on successful completion of the first year taking into account Internal Progression Examination results and the Key Assessment Profile throughout the first year.

You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 5 or above including maths and English Language, in subjects relevant to your A Level or A+ Programme subject choices.

The study of A Level Politics provides an excellent general qualification for many careers. Those wishing to progress to Higher Education will find that universities recognise the independence of thought and critical awareness that A Level Politics courses develop. In addition, many employers appreciate the skills and knowledge that Politics students will have gained.