A-Level Politics is a vital and lively subject that deals with the most relevant and significant issues of the day. If you want to know how the country works, who is in charge and how to influence them this is the subject for you. The study of politics is an exciting, intellectual challenge where students can deploy a variety of skills: debate and discussion, the ability to create an effective argument and analyse information to make valid judgements. Political Ideologies You will learn about different political perspectives and how these have influenced the development of politics in the UK and beyond. Political perspectives you will study include liberalism, conservatism, socialism, and anarchism. UK Politics You will gain an understanding of how democracy has developed in the UK through the study of political parties. You will then go on to explore the influence of the media and consider why people vote the way they do. UK Government You will learn about the major processes in government such as the Houses of Parliament, the Constitution, the Prime Minister, and the role of the Courts. Global Politics You will learn about the interactions between different countries, including the US, China, and Russia and global institutions such as the United Nations. You will explore the impact of global politics on human rights, the environment, globalisation, and conflict.