What will students study in Politics? In Year 12, students study the government and politics of the UK. The units examine both the systems of government and the different ways in which people participate in UK politics. Students are expected to develop knowledge of the government of the UK, focusing on the British constitution, the UK Parliament, the prime minister and cabinet, the judiciary and devolution. Students are also expected to develop knowledge of UK politics, covering democracy and participation, elections and referendums, political parties, pressure groups and the European Union. In Year 13, students study the government and politics of the USA. The main purpose of this section of the course is twofold: firstly to provide students with an in-depth study of US government and Politics and secondly to enable students to make comparisons between the British and American political systems. Students study the mechanics of the US system of government, starting with the US Constitution and then studying the three branches of government. This is followed by a study of elections, political parties, pressure groups and civil rights. Over both years, students will study the major political ideologies of: liberalism, socialism and conservatism, in addition to a focus on an optional ideology of feminism. The main purpose of this section of the course is to provide students with a sound, ideological framework for their parallel studies of government and politics in the UK and USA, consistent with the synoptic aims of the specification. Each of the three ‘core’ political ideologies cited in the specification – liberalism, socialism and conservatism should take into account the effect they have upon political developments in other countries. What are the major assessments this year? In addition to their end of term exams, students will be set exam-style questions in their three units of work. Students will complete routine knowledge tests to ensure they are able to recall and retrieve knowledge from previous units of work. What do the assessments test? Assessments target three Assessment Objectives set out in the exam board specification. These are as follows: Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of political institutions, processes, concepts, theories and issues (AO1). Analysing aspects of politics and political information, including in relation to parallels, connections, similarities and differences (AO2) Evaluating aspects of politics and political information, including to construct arguments, make substantiated judgements and draw conclusions (AO3). Whom should I contact for further advice or information? Curriculum Leader of Politics, Miss N Winders: nwinders@carshaltongirls.org.uk
6 in English Language and 6 in either Citizenship or History
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Sutton |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | West Street, Carshalton, SM5 2QX |
What will students study in Politics? In Year 12, students study the government and politics of the UK. The units examine both the systems of government and the different ways in which people participate in UK politics. Students are expected to develop knowledge of the government of the UK, focusing on the British constitution, the UK Parliament, the prime minister and cabinet, the judiciary and devolution. Students are also expected to develop knowledge of UK politics, covering democracy and participation, elections and referendums, political parties, pressure groups and the European Union. In Year 13, students study the government and politics of the USA. The main purpose of this section of the course is twofold: firstly to provide students with an in-depth study of US government and Politics and secondly to enable students to make comparisons between the British and American political systems. Students study the mechanics of the US system of government, starting with the US Constitution and then studying the three branches of government. This is followed by a study of elections, political parties, pressure groups and civil rights. Over both years, students will study the major political ideologies of: liberalism, socialism and conservatism, in addition to a focus on an optional ideology of feminism. The main purpose of this section of the course is to provide students with a sound, ideological framework for their parallel studies of government and politics in the UK and USA, consistent with the synoptic aims of the specification. Each of the three ‘core’ political ideologies cited in the specification – liberalism, socialism and conservatism should take into account the effect they have upon political developments in other countries. What are the major assessments this year? In addition to their end of term exams, students will be set exam-style questions in their three units of work. Students will complete routine knowledge tests to ensure they are able to recall and retrieve knowledge from previous units of work. What do the assessments test? Assessments target three Assessment Objectives set out in the exam board specification. These are as follows: Demonstrating knowledge and understanding of political institutions, processes, concepts, theories and issues (AO1). Analysing aspects of politics and political information, including in relation to parallels, connections, similarities and differences (AO2) Evaluating aspects of politics and political information, including to construct arguments, make substantiated judgements and draw conclusions (AO3). Whom should I contact for further advice or information? Curriculum Leader of Politics, Miss N Winders: nwinders@carshaltongirls.org.uk
6 in English Language and 6 in either Citizenship or History
