AS Level: Politics
Preparation for Life and Work


What will you be working towards?
Code | AS/Politics |
Qualification Type | GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent |
Qualification Level | Level 3 |
Course type | Full Time |
Overview
This course is designed to reflect the demands of a truly modern and evolving political environment in the UK and around the world. At AS Level, students will study UK politics and government, which will give them a core knowledge and understanding of politics. Students will then develop this knowledge and understanding at A Level, and study three core political ideas and another from a choice of five. They then go on to study the government and politics of the USA.
Details
How will it be delivered?
Year 12
Paper 1: UK Politics 1 hour 45 minute exam (50%)
Paper 2: UK Government 1 hour 45 minute exam (50%)
Entry requirements
5 Grade 4’s and above. Students embarking on this course must have an interest in current affairs.