Sixth Form Politics

In Year 12, students will study UK politics and UK government, which will give them a set of core knowledge and understanding of politics. Students will then develop this knowledge and understanding, and study three core political ideas and another from a choice of five. They then have the choice to study either the government and politics of the USA or global politics. 

It is a good A Level to study for anyone considering a politics related degree, or students interested in careers like journalism and the civil service. 

The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to:  

• Develop knowledge and an informed understanding of contemporary political structures and issues in their historical context, both within the United Kingdom (UK) and globally
• Develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes 
• Develop knowledge and an informed understanding of the influences and interests which have an impact on decisions in government and politics 
• Develop knowledge and an informed understanding of the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups • develop the ability to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate political information to form arguments and make judgements 
• Develop an interest in, and engagement with, contemporary politics.