Politics

To apply to Notre Dame High School Norwich's Sixth Form, please go to https://www.ndhs.org.uk/sixth-form and click on How to Apply. The application process opens in October.

It is without doubt a very exciting time to be studying politics. The pandemic, Brexit, the rapidly growing influence of social media on people's attitudes to democracy and politics in general, mean that 'old certainties' are breaking down. The UK may no longer be straightforwardly a two-party system in which Labour and the Conservatives dominate, the United Kingdom may break up under the strain of post-Brexit life and America may no longer be the dominant world power it once was.

We get the chance to learn about, debate and consider all of these things and more as we take a look at the politics of the UK and the USA.

If you enjoy current affairs and debating the world as it is and you want to learn more, this course could be for you. It is rooted in everyday life and will equip you with a greater understanding of the world around you

Why our students like this course

'Studying politics is extremely rewarding and informative. The content you learn can be applied to a wide range of subjects such as History, Economics and even Psychology. It is also generates a large base of knowledge that can be used every day as well. The department is very supportive and has created lots of resources for revision.'

No specific requirement

To apply for a place at Notre Dame Sixth Form, please follow the instructions on the How to Apply page of the Sixth Form section of the Notre Dame High School website (http://www.ndhs.org.uk)

Government and Politics is a lively subject and classes involved regular debates and discussions. We also try to bring politics from the ‘real world’ into the classroom by inviting guest speakers such as MPs and academics and people active in politics. We visit the UK Parliament and also participate in one of the largest and liveliest politics conferences in London each year.