Government and Politics is the study of power and the issues that affect you - locally, nationally and globally. You will study the UK political parties and their leaders, elections and the arguments surrounding them, and the way the UK is governed. The course also covers various political ideologies, and in Year 13, is exam-based and you will be expected to write essays discussing different viewpoints and arguments, as well as reaching your own informed conclusions.
Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above. English GCSE Grade 5 or above. Pathway 1+ (2 years) Academic Entry Requirements 6 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade B/6/Merit or above and including either Mathematics or English Language at Grade 4 or above (only one BTEC grade may be considered). Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Four A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) for those students with mainly A*-A or 9-8 grades. Three A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Pathway 2 (2 years) 5 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade C/4 and/or BTEC qualifications at pass and above. Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Three BTEC Level 3 courses + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Options for students after completing pathway: - Foundation or Degree (Level 4) - Start Level 3 or 4 courses at courses in Higher Education (e.g. University via UCAS). other institutions. - Employment or apprenticeships
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | The Upper Drive, Hove, BN3 6ND |
Government and Politics is the study of power and the issues that affect you - locally, nationally and globally. You will study the UK political parties and their leaders, elections and the arguments surrounding them, and the way the UK is governed. The course also covers various political ideologies, and in Year 13, is exam-based and you will be expected to write essays discussing different viewpoints and arguments, as well as reaching your own informed conclusions.
Minimum 6 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 mainly at Grade 6 or above. English GCSE Grade 5 or above. Pathway 1+ (2 years) Academic Entry Requirements 6 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade B/6/Merit or above and including either Mathematics or English Language at Grade 4 or above (only one BTEC grade may be considered). Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Four A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) for those students with mainly A*-A or 9-8 grades. Three A-level courses (or BTEC Level 3 courses) + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Pathway 2 (2 years) 5 or more A*-C/9-4 GCSE grades mainly at Grade C/4 and/or BTEC qualifications at pass and above. Post-16 Courses Available at Newman College Three BTEC Level 3 courses + re-take courses in GCSE Mathematics and English Language if grade 4 has not yet been achieved. Options for students after completing pathway: - Foundation or Degree (Level 4) - Start Level 3 or 4 courses at courses in Higher Education (e.g. University via UCAS). other institutions. - Employment or apprenticeships
