Why study A Level politics?

Lively, relevant, controversial… there are many ways to describe A Level politics. There’s no denying that it’s one of the most interesting and engaging qualifications you can choose.

Covering news and current affairs from the UK and US, it helps you understand how the UK country is run and develops research, written communication and debate skills. It also helps grow your confidence.

Course type

A level

Examination board

AQA

Entry requirements

Grade 5 or higher – English language / literature plus a grade 5 or higher in at least three other subjects (preferably in geography or history)

How will A Level politics be delivered?

This specification is designed to be taken over two years.

This is a linear qualification. To achieve the award, students must complete all assessments at the end of the course and in the same series.

The A level exams in politics include questions that allow students to demonstrate their ability to:

  • Recall information
  • Draw together information from different areas of the specification
  • Apply their knowledge and understanding in practical and theoretical contexts.

Assessment

  • Examinations

Future pathways and careers

  • Politics
  • International organisations,
  • Media
  • Government and the civil service