Politics
Gunnersbury Catholic School - Hounslow
02085687281
The Ride, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9LB
Course summary

Course Content: Edexcel Paper 1 (UK Politics and Core Ideologies): Students will study democracy and participation, the nature of political parties, theories of voting behaviour and the impact of the media on politics. Edexcel Paper 2 (UK Government and Optional Ideologies): Students will study the nature of the British constitution. Edexcel Paper 3 (Global Politics): Students will study the changing nature of globalisation and the state; global governance in political, economic, human rights and environmental dimensions. Why choose this course? Anyone who: • Wishes to study Politics, International Relations, PPE or Law at university • Anyone who wishes to pursue a career in politics, law, media, education or other related fields • Wishes to develop a clear understanding of the political landscape of today and develop a critical approach to problem solving

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSE passes (including both English and Mathematics) at Grade 4 or higher. Grade 6 in GCSE English Literature or English Language PLUS Grade 6 in one other subject.

How you'll be assessed

• Each component is worth 33% of the qualification, 2 hour written exam. • Component 1 & 2 will have a source based essay question, and two other essay questions. • Component 3 will have two 12 mark questions and two 30 mark essay questions.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityHounslow
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
AddressThe Ride, Boston Manor Road, Brentford, TW8 9LB