If you're interested in world and UK current affairs, enjoy lively debate and are fascinated by the drama of Westminster, then politics A level is for you. You don't need to have studied the subject at GCSE but an interest in history and good literacy skills will be of benefit for this course. You might be heading for a career in central or local government, law, journalism or political research, though Politics A level will give you transferable skills which are useful in a wide range of careers. Politics combines well with other arts, humanities and social science subjects such as history, English, sociology and economics.
GCSE Grade 6 in English Literature and Grade 6 in Humanities. Student without Humanities at GCSe please consult with Head of Department.
Assessment is through final examination at the end of the course. There are 3 written examination papers each of 2 hours duration. Exams are made up of medium length 'explain' and extended writing essay questions.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Scots Hill, Rickmansworth, WD3 3AQ |
If you're interested in world and UK current affairs, enjoy lively debate and are fascinated by the drama of Westminster, then politics A level is for you. You don't need to have studied the subject at GCSE but an interest in history and good literacy skills will be of benefit for this course. You might be heading for a career in central or local government, law, journalism or political research, though Politics A level will give you transferable skills which are useful in a wide range of careers. Politics combines well with other arts, humanities and social science subjects such as history, English, sociology and economics.
GCSE Grade 6 in English Literature and Grade 6 in Humanities. Student without Humanities at GCSe please consult with Head of Department.
Assessment is through final examination at the end of the course. There are 3 written examination papers each of 2 hours duration. Exams are made up of medium length 'explain' and extended writing essay questions.
