Government and Politics

Course summary

Politics is primarily concerned with developing knowledge and understanding of domestic government and politics. In component 1 and 2 of your studies, there is a clear focus on the reasons for and implications of power distribution amongst governmental institutions and other societal forces. A level Politics students are skilled in identifying, selecting, organising and deploying evidence. They are able to decode data from a range of political information in order to investigate, analyse, formulate and advocate detailed solutions to problems. Effective politics students consistently construct logical reasoned arguments and exercise nuanced critical judgement. An established departmental culture of in class discussion and debate helps to develop effective communication skills. UK Politics and Core Political Ideas UK Government and Non-core Political Ideas Comparative Politics USA