Politics A-level
- Start:
- September
- Duration:
- 2 years
- Level:
- 3
Course Details
Discover how government works in the UK and USA, explore key issues and develop critical thinking skills with A-level Politics. Empower yourself to make informed decisions, influence change and understand the political systems that impact your future. Your journey to becoming an active, engaged citizen starts here.
A-level Politics consists of three units. Firstly, you will learn about government and politics in the UK, including the role of parliament, the roles and powers of the prime minister, cabinet and the UK Supreme Court. You will find out how elections work, how democracy has developed and the roles of political parties and pressure groups. You will then learn about the government and politics of the USA and compare the various aspects of the US political system with the UK. Finally, you will discover how various political theories and ideas have developed such as liberalism, conservatism, socialism and nationalism.
You will be expected to take an active interest in politics and current affairs outside the classroom. You should be engaging with news stories online , in newspapers and on TV and sourcing articles, podcasts etc. to enhance and broaden your understanding of the world of politics.
Students need a notebook, pens, highlighters, and access to a computer or tablet for research and assignments.
The study of A-level Politics opens up many higher education and career opportunities such as government, civil service, law, journalism, media, research, education and many more. You will develop analytical, critical thinking and research skills that will be beneficial in many different environments.
You will need a minimum or five GCSEs, including English at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4 together with three other subjects at grade 4 or above.
The College will always treat each applicant as an individual. Should you not have or not expect to obtain the grades stated above, or not have relevant industry-related experience, the College would still welcome your application for this course as this will enable us to identify whether this course is, in fact, the right course for you or whether another course may be more appropriate.
University Guarantee
Every Sefton Sixth Form College student who successfully achieves a Level 3 qualification and meets attendance and entry requirements, is guaranteed a place on a course at the Hugh Baird University Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions that we are often asked:
Most students study 3 subjects, plus an Enhancement activity. Alongside these, students are assigned a Personal Development group and attend weekly sessions.
Yes.
Yes, students can access our Bursary Package that can help with associated costs, for example; travel, food and equipment. Find out more here.
Yes. During the interview process you will be introduced to a member of our Learner Support Team if necessary. We will take initial details of access arragements. This can be discussed again at enrolment, with follow up appointments with the team during the first few weeks of term.
Yes. You will have timetabled sessions each day of the week. There will be times when you are not in a lesson; this is your personal study time. During these sessions you will be completing activities which mean you are prepared for your subject lessons. This includes completing homework, revision, Brainscape decks, coursework tasks etc.
