Mr S Pugsley Why study Politics?
Politics is a diverse subject and will complement a range of other options such as history, business, economics, sociology, geography and law. It is of practical use in helping you learn about your rights and how to exercise them. Politics looks at the world as it is today and is highly regarded by employers and universities.
How is the course taught?
Teaching is in small groups and is shared by two teachers using a variety of teaching methods and resources. There is no coursework.
What will I study? The course is the OCR A-level in Government and Politics. You will study two units a year.
Subject at AS Unit 1 – Politics of the UK
You will learn about the political parties and main pressure groups in this country. You will also learn about the various electoral methods that are used on different occasions, such as general elections and local elections. In addition you will learn about voting behaviour.
Unit 2 – Government of the UK
How is our country run? How are decisions made? Who makes those decisions? You will learn the answers to these questions in this module.
Subject at A2
Students wishing to follow the full A-level course will study a further two modules in year 13 when the focus switches to studying the USA. One module is on US Politics and Government while the other compares the UK and US systems.
I really enjoy learning
about politics in the US and my contemporary knowledge is improving.
Entry Requirements
Students should have achieved at least a B grade or above in a GCSE essay-based subject such as history or English.
For further details, see Mr Pugsley, Mr Philpott, Mrs Evans or Mrs Bullock.
AS/A2 LEVEL IN POLITICS One Year AS Course or
Full Two Year A-level Course
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