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A Level Politics
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Mr J Dobson - Curriculum Team Leader History & Politics
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How is the course externally examined? The Politics A level is 100% exam based.
Component 1: Government and Politics of the UK (Y12) Government and Politics of the UK is divided into ten sections. Each has a particular focus but their interrelationships must be understood to appreciate the complexities of the system. Students will study each of the prescribed sections
Component 2: Government and Politics of the USA (Y13) Government and politics of the USA is divided into eight sections. Each has a particular focus but their interrelationships must be understood to appreciate the complexities of the system. Students will study each of the prescribed sections
Component 3: Political ideas (Y13) Students should use the following three theoretical approaches to make a comparative study of the government and politics of the UK and the USA, analysing and explaining similarities and differences between them.
Structural Rational Cultural.
How is the course internally assessed? Year 12:
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A Level Politics Specification
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Students in the sixth form say that they are well supported pastorally and that they feel safe.OFSTED
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Students in the sixth form benefit from strong teaching and high-quality pastoral support.OFSTED
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Student achievement is outstanding. They reach high levels of attainment. Students have high expectations of themselves.OFSTED
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The curriculum in the sixth form offers students support in applying to university or moving into employment.OFSTED
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…there is now an effective programme of intervention and support for students who are at risk of underachievement.OFSTED
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As a result of high-quality teaching and the broader experiences to which they are exposed, students are exceptionally well prepared for the next stage in their education.OFSTED
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Students identified teaching as the strength of the sixth form. Teachers’ subject knowledge is excellent.OFSTED
