Government and Politics
Gateshead College - Gateshead
01914900300
Baltic Campus, Gateshead, NE8 3BE
Course summary

This course offers you a unique and wonderful opportunity to study the political culture, behaviour, processes and key institutions of both the UK and the USA. Lively, relevant, controversial… there are many ways to describe AS/A-level Politics. There’s no denying that it’s one of the most interesting and engaging qualifications you can choose. Covering news and current affairs from the UK and US, it helps you understand how the UK country is run and develops research, written communication and debate skills.

Entry requirements

You will need to achieve 6 grade 6 GCSEs to study A Levels at Gateshead College. If you do not meet this profile please still come to an enrolment event to discuss all your options with a member of the A Level Team. An interview is also required.

How you'll be assessed

Your knowledge and skills will be assessed in a variety of ways including: • Frequent topic tests • Mock assessments • Practical assessments • Exams; you'll sit one written exam at the end of year 1 and three exams at the end of year 2

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth East
Local AuthorityGateshead
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBaltic Campus, Gateshead, NE8 3BE