What are the entry requirements?
You'll need a grade 4 in GCSE English. No previous knowledge of Politics is required.
What will you learn?
You'll study UK political participation and core political ideas, UK government including the constitution and parliament, and comparative politics covering the US constitution, Congress and presidency.
What activities are involved?
You'll take part in class discussions, watch topical TV programmes, attend Sixth Formers' Politics Conferences and visit the House of Commons, plus 'Question Time' sessions with visiting MPs.
What can this course lead to?
Politics is a highly regarded qualification, preparing students for careers in law, journalism, the Civil Service, education, management, business, and of course, politics itself.