Why Study Politics? Politics gives students a varied insight and an in depth foundation in UK and US government and politics and political ideas. The A Level Politics specification is designed to encourage students to develop their critical thinking skills and enhance their ability to interpret, evaluate and comment on the nature of politics. Students acquire knowledge of the structures of authority and power within the political system of the United Kingdom.
At least a grade 6 in GCSE English or a 6 in a Humanities subject. 5 GCSE grades of grades 4-9 including Maths and English
Students sit 2 exams at the end of Year 12, with each exam focusing on a different component of British Government and Politics. Students then sit 2 exams at the end of Year 13, with each exam focusing ona different component of American Government and Politics. The exams are based on extended written responses to questions and assertions.
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| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Richmond Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 5PE |
Why Study Politics? Politics gives students a varied insight and an in depth foundation in UK and US government and politics and political ideas. The A Level Politics specification is designed to encourage students to develop their critical thinking skills and enhance their ability to interpret, evaluate and comment on the nature of politics. Students acquire knowledge of the structures of authority and power within the political system of the United Kingdom.
At least a grade 6 in GCSE English or a 6 in a Humanities subject. 5 GCSE grades of grades 4-9 including Maths and English
Students sit 2 exams at the end of Year 12, with each exam focusing on a different component of British Government and Politics. Students then sit 2 exams at the end of Year 13, with each exam focusing ona different component of American Government and Politics. The exams are based on extended written responses to questions and assertions.
