Politics

We live in a modern world of many new and exciting concepts plus established ideas of conservatism and liberalism. Globalisation, the impact of Brexit, political leadership and much more will all be addressed in this exciting course which will give you a clear understanding of the world in which you live. The analytical and discursive nature of an A Level in Politics is well regarded by universities and employers. A Level Politics is an excellent foundation for students who intend to study Politics, Law, History or Economics at university. Politics is happening right now. Don’t miss it!

Component 1: You will study ‘Political Participation’, which includes democracy and participation, political parties, electoral systems, voting behaviour and the media. You will also study the ideologies of conservatism, liberalism and socialism. This component is assessed through a 2 hour exam.

Component 2: You will study ‘UK Government’ which includes the constitution, parliament, Prime Minister and executive and relationships between the branches. You will also study the ideology of feminism. This component is assessed through a 2 hour exam.

Component 3

You will study ‘Sovereignty and Globalisation’ which includes political and economic global governance, human rights, environmentalism, power, regionalism and the European Union plus comparative theories. The global politics topics have exciting crossovers with the Geography A Level offered at Diss Sixth Form. This component is assessed through a 2 hour exam.

You do not have to have previously studied the subject to take this A Level.

Minimum of five grade 4 GCSE passes; these must include at least grade 4 in Maths. Additionally, this course requires Grade 5 in either English Language or History.

A Level Politics will give you transferable skills including the ability to research, analyse and communicate well, in writing and through debate which are useful in a wide range of careers. You could move on to to degree subjects such as politics, sociology, ethics, law, business or journalism. There are Civil Service Fast Track apprenticeships and trainee opportunities with local government departments and voluntary sector organisations for which this course would be useful preparation.