Democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, communism and republic – how do these political systems work and what impact do they have on citizens around the world? Government and politics affects every aspect of our lives; our freedoms, our laws, the opportunities we have to succeed in life. At home in the UK debate continues on immigration, the health services and education. In other countries people are fighting for equal rights for women, access to schooling for children and the abolition of dangerous working conditions. Find out how global politics has developed over the centuries and where we’re heading in the future. You will study: - UK Politics of the UK, including Democracy and Participation, Election, Political parties, pressure groups and rights in context - UK Government of the UK, including the Constitution, Parliament, The PM and the Executive - Political ideologies: Conservatism, Liberalism, Socialism and Feminism - US Government and Politics: Congress, the President, the Supreme Court, Democracy and participation in the US including parties, interest groups and elections. You will study this course alongside 2 or 3 other A Levels and you will be able to select your chosen subjects when you apply online. Subjects which complement A Level Politics include Sociology, Psychology, English, Economics, Business, Geography or History.
- To study 3 A Levels you’ll need at least 5 GCSE’s at grades 9-4 including GCSE English at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4 or above - To study 4 A Levels you’ll need at least 6 GCSE’s at grades 9-7 including GCSE English and Maths at grade 7 or above - You must also have studied an essay writing subject such as GCSE History or Geography.
Exams consist of 30 mark source based and essay questions, 24 mark ideology essays, plus 2 x 12 mark US / UK comparative questions
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Nottingham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Adams Building, Stoney Street, Nottingham, NG1 1NG |
Democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, communism and republic – how do these political systems work and what impact do they have on citizens around the world? Government and politics affects every aspect of our lives; our freedoms, our laws, the opportunities we have to succeed in life. At home in the UK debate continues on immigration, the health services and education. In other countries people are fighting for equal rights for women, access to schooling for children and the abolition of dangerous working conditions. Find out how global politics has developed over the centuries and where we’re heading in the future. You will study: - UK Politics of the UK, including Democracy and Participation, Election, Political parties, pressure groups and rights in context - UK Government of the UK, including the Constitution, Parliament, The PM and the Executive - Political ideologies: Conservatism, Liberalism, Socialism and Feminism - US Government and Politics: Congress, the President, the Supreme Court, Democracy and participation in the US including parties, interest groups and elections. You will study this course alongside 2 or 3 other A Levels and you will be able to select your chosen subjects when you apply online. Subjects which complement A Level Politics include Sociology, Psychology, English, Economics, Business, Geography or History.
- To study 3 A Levels you’ll need at least 5 GCSE’s at grades 9-4 including GCSE English at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4 or above - To study 4 A Levels you’ll need at least 6 GCSE’s at grades 9-7 including GCSE English and Maths at grade 7 or above - You must also have studied an essay writing subject such as GCSE History or Geography.
Exams consist of 30 mark source based and essay questions, 24 mark ideology essays, plus 2 x 12 mark US / UK comparative questions