Politics is the course for you if you enjoy discussing topical issues currently in the news. You will learn to critically analyze and evaluate British, American, and Ideological politics. There will be an emphasis on developing your writing, reading, and independent research skills. You will learn about the nature and sources of the British Constitution, the structure and role of Parliament, the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the judiciary, devolution, and the European Union. You will also learn about the constitutional framework of the US government, the US Congress, Senate, and Supreme Court, democracy and participation, referendums, political parties, pressure groups, and civil rights, and you will study Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, and other ideologies.
For a mixed programme of A Levels and BTEC Level 3 courses you must have five GCSEs grade 4 and above which could include one BTEC and either GCSE English or Maths as appropriate for your chosen courses. Requires GCSEs in English language or English literature at grade 5, plus the standard entry requirements of an A Level or mixed programme.
At the end of this two-year course, you will sit three examinations that are all two hours long. You will be examined using a mixture of medium-length and essay-style exam questions.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Slough |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Station Road, Langley, Slough, SL3 8BY |
Politics is the course for you if you enjoy discussing topical issues currently in the news. You will learn to critically analyze and evaluate British, American, and Ideological politics. There will be an emphasis on developing your writing, reading, and independent research skills. You will learn about the nature and sources of the British Constitution, the structure and role of Parliament, the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the judiciary, devolution, and the European Union. You will also learn about the constitutional framework of the US government, the US Congress, Senate, and Supreme Court, democracy and participation, referendums, political parties, pressure groups, and civil rights, and you will study Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, and other ideologies.
For a mixed programme of A Levels and BTEC Level 3 courses you must have five GCSEs grade 4 and above which could include one BTEC and either GCSE English or Maths as appropriate for your chosen courses. Requires GCSEs in English language or English literature at grade 5, plus the standard entry requirements of an A Level or mixed programme.
At the end of this two-year course, you will sit three examinations that are all two hours long. You will be examined using a mixture of medium-length and essay-style exam questions.