Politics, A-Level

Course Information

COURSE OVERVIEW

Studying A-Level Politics will provide students with an understanding of contemporary politics and how it affects people’s lives. It gives a balanced and stimulating introduction to politics in both the UK & US and the operation of representative democracy in both countries, along with wider political ideologies.

Politics is a valuable subject to study as it provides the ideal basis for encouraging independent and critical thinking. You will also have the opportunity to take part in a variety of extracurricular activities, including the annual Parliament visit, meeting with politicians and other trips and visits in the Greater London area. You will also take a leading role in college initiatives such as youth voter registration drives.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 (or level 2 Merit equivalency for example, a BTEC), including English and Maths.