Government and Politics

Course summary

Studying Politics is all about the real world and involves forming opinions on a whole range of issues — health, education, immigration, terrorism, climate change, war, benefits, tax avoidance, etc. Politics is a rigorous subject that prepares students to become active and informed citizens. Course Content • Paper 1: UK politics. • Paper 2: US politics and comparative. • Paper 3: Political ideologies. Opportunities and experiences in Politics • London Westminster conference with the opportunity to meet high-profile MPs. • Trip to Westminster Parliament. • Visit by local MP to school. • Debates with other local schools.