Subject : Government and Politics

Awarding body: AQA

Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced GCE courses

Course content and examination requirements:

Politics is a fundamental aspect of all our lives, pervading countless areas of day-to-day living with decisions of politicians directly affecting us.  The study of politics provides the opportunity to develop important skills, particularly communication and the ability to argue clearly and confidently.

Year 12 - AS Units Year 13 - AS Units (full GCE)
Unit 1
Electoral Systems and Voting Behaviour

33⅓% of AS level
16⅔% of A level

One hour written examination 		Unit 1
Comparative UK/USA Government
15% of A level

One hour thirty minutes written examination
Unit 2
Parties and Pressure Groups

33⅓% of AS level16⅔% of A level

One hour written examination 		Unit 2
The Politics of the USA
15% of A level

One hour thirty minutes written examination
Unit 3
Features of a Representative Democracy

33⅓% of AS level16⅔% of A level

One hour written examination 		Unit 3
Government and Politics – synoptic module
20% of A level
 
Two hours written examination

Entry Requirements:

Government and Politics as a subject in its own right is only studied in the Sixth Form and there are no specific entry requirements for the course.

Relevance to further studies and careers:

Career options available for those who have studied Government and Politics include Law; Media; Local or National Government; Journalism; Civil Service.

Teaching staff / further information :

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