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Why Study Politics?
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Studying Politics gives you the confidence and ability to not only discuss current affairs but actually understand them!
It is a well respected academic subject, combining well with other Science and Arts A Levels.
A knowledge and appreciation of the world around you will give you an advantage at university interviews and you can impress your friends and family!
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Will I enjoy it?
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If you enjoy debating, questioning, arguing and have a real interest in the world around you then consider Politics.
If you take an interest in the news, read a paper and sometimes argue about ‘big issues’ with your family and friends then this could be the course for you.
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Course Content
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AS: Focuses on the UK. You will study topics including political parties, the concept of democracy and the powers of the Prime Minister. You will gain an understanding of the EU and consider whether our current electoral system is fair.
A2: We look at the major ideologies which have shaped the world in which we live such as socialism, liberalism, communism and fascism. Those of you who have studied GCSE History will already be familiar with some of these. We also look at alternative ideologies like feminism and anarchism. A2 is demanding but very rewarding.
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Assessment
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AS: 3 x 1 hour papers
A2: 1 x 1 hour 15 minutes paper and 1 x 1 hour 30 minutes paper.
Coursework Requirements: None
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Tell me more…
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• You will learn A LOT, especially in the first year! We assume everyone who embarks upon Politics comes with a desire to learn and explore but that their fundamental knowledge of the subject is limited. Don’t worry!
• You will go on at least one political conference and listen to politicians and political commentators address you on the burning issues of the day. Politics is a living, breathing subject.
• We will invite speakers in and encourage you to question them about their beliefs.
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Examination Board: Edexcel
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