GCE A Level Government & Politics

Assessment

What are the examination/coursework requirements? • Paper 1 – Government and Politics of the UK – written exam 2 hours – 77 marks - one third of the overall A Level result. A mixture of medium length “explain” and essay style questions. • Paper 2 – Government and Politics of the USA and Comparative Politics– written exam 2 hours – 77 marks - one third of the overall A Level result. A mixture of medium length “explain” and essay style questions. • Paper 3 – Political Ideas – written exam 2 hours – 77 marks - one third of the overall A Level result. A mixture of medium length “explain” and essay style questions.