Government and Politics (A-Level)

While we have passed our January application deadline, we do invite late/further applications or expressions of interest (contact us using - sixthform@samuelward.co.uk).

Students study the workings of government and political culture in the United Kingdom and the United States. Political ideas such as liberalism, conservatism, socialism and nationalism are analysed, along with current events, issues, controversies and scandals in conjunction with political theory and historical developments. Every day, Downing Street and the White House, Parliament and Congress, Fleet Street and Wall Street will raise important issues for debate.

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN:

▶ Politics and Law?

▶ Civil Service?

▶ Local Government?

▶ Media Management?

This is a course with 100% examinations.

Students will need to meet the entry requirements of their chosen pathway:

Pathway 1: Five or more GCSE grades 5-9 (including English Language and Maths) for an A-level study programme

Pathway 2: Five or more GCSE grades 5-9 (aiming for a 5 in English Language and Maths) to study two A-level subjects and one Level 3 Diploma/AAQ

Pathway 3: Five or more GCSE grades 4-9 (resitting English Language or Maths if needed) to study one A-level and two Level 3 Diplomas/AAQs or three Level 3 Diplomas/AAQs

Additional entry requirements for this course:

Grade 5 or above in GCSE English Language or a Humanities subject.

This course supports multiple higher education and future career pathways including finance, the media, international relations, Civil Service, local government and planning.