Government and Politics can be studied at ncn High Pavement Sixth Form College.
Government and Politics is the academic study of the features of government and political systems at local, national and European levels.
What do I need to be able to do before taking this course?
You do not need to have previously studied Government and Politics, although an interest in politics and current affairs would be an advantage.
What kind of student is this course suitable for?
This course will appeal to students who:
- Want to find out more about how governments and political systems work
- Want to find out more about political ideas and issues
- Enjoy looking at how different institutions work, like political parties
- Enjoy explaining the role of politics in our lives and why some groups and individuals have more power than others
What will I achieve from the course?
- You will learn to question and challenge ideas and assumptions
- You will critically examine evidence
- You will evaluate ideas, evidence and theories
- You will have the opportunity for discussion and debate
- You will develop your awareness and understanding of society – from a range of theoretical perspectives
Length
- 'AS' in Year 1
- 'A2' in Year 2
Entry Requirements
'AS': at least Grade C in GCSE English Language
'A2': at least Grade E in 'AS' Government and Politics
Course Content
2 units at 'AS' Level, including:
- People and Politics
- Governing the UK
2 units at 'A2' Level, including:
- UK Political Issues
- Global Political Issues
Assessment
Examinations.
Aims & Ambitions
A Higher Education course in Politics, Political Studies, Political History, Sociology, International Relations, or a career in one of these areas.