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Level 3
A Level Politics
COURSE OVERVIEW
Who should study Politics, and why? The short answer is that everyone should study Politics – all members of society should have a better understanding of the general rules under which they live. For these rules to be effective, as many people as possible should actively participate in making them, upholding them and maybe, changing them. This is what is meant by ‘active citizenship’;. A healthy society is a society in which many people participate in political activity and do so with insight and understanding.
However, certain students will undoubtedly find Politics more exciting than others. What makes Politics different as an academic subject is its emphasis on debate, discussion and argument. If Politics exists because people disagree, studying Politics must mean studying how, why and when people disagree and taking an interest in these disagreements. What is more, we study these things not as neutral observers but as active participants. Facts (what is) and values (what should be) are so closely entwined in Politics that it is often impossible to prise them apart.
FURTHER INFORMATION
5 GSCEs 9/A* – 4/C including English Language and Maths. You will also be required to complete a GCSE to A Level Transition Project, prior to enrolment, to prepare you for A Level study.
You can progress from this qualification to university courses that relate directly to government and politics or university courses that will benefit from the skills acquired, e.g. law, economics, philosophy; and employment in areas such as management, finance, government, industry and business environments.
This is a two-year linear A Level where you are examined on the whole syllabus at the end of the second year. Assessments will develop your skills in critical thinking and analysis, using a variety of question types, sources and materials. Your A Level will consist of 3 external exams at the end of Year 2. To prepare you for external exams, you will carry out a programme of weekly tests, exam-style assessments and Formal Progress Points where you will monitor your attendance, how hard you are working and your academic progress. All Year 1 students will progress through a Year 1 Gateway that will allow you to progress to Year 2.