A-Level Programme - Politics

If you have a passion for modern politics and care about the future of our country and world, then A Level Politics is for you.

On our A-Level programme, you will study three or four subjects. Please apply for three or four subjects and use our course selector here to check what options you can do!

What will I study?

During this course you will:

• Gain an understanding of contemporary political structures and issues in their historical context, both within the UK and globally

• Develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes

• Develop knowledge of the influences and interests which have an impact on decisions in government and politics

• Learn about the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups

• Develop the ability to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate political information to form arguments and make judgements

3 exams, all two hours in length.

You will need:

• 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and maths and, for this specific subject;

• GCSE grade 5 or above in history

• GCSE grade 5 or above in English language