Course information
GOVERNMENT & POLITICS
St Mary's Catholic High School, A Catholic Voluntary Academy - Derbyshire
01246201191
Newbold Road, Upper Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8AG
Course summary

Studying Politics enables students of differing opinions and values to understand the world they live in. Candidates will study political concepts, institutions, and ideas to learn how they shape current affairs. The course encourages young people to become active citizens, providing them with a deep insight into the ever-evolving British and global political environments.

Entry requirements

GCSE Grade 6 in English Language and a Humanities subject.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: UK Politics and Core Political Ideas (2 hours, 33.3% total mark) Paper 2: UK Government and Non-Core Political Ideas (2 hours, 33.3% total mark) Paper 3: Comparative Politics – Global (2 hours, 33.3% total mark)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityDerbyshire
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressNewbold Road, Upper Newbold, Chesterfield, S41 8AG