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A level Government & Politics

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A Level Government and Politics is an engaging and relevant course for students who want to understand how power works, how decisions are made, and how political ideas shape the world around us. Politics affects every aspect of daily life, from the laws we live by to the way public services are funded and society is governed. This is a two-year A Level course, normally studied alongside two other A Levels or equivalent qualifications. You will develop knowledge of political systems, institutions, ideologies and current affairs, while also building strong skills in analysis, debate, evaluation and extended writing. At this college, students study three components: � UK Politics and Core Political Ideas � UK Government and Non-core Political Ideas � Comparative Politics: USA In UK Politics, you will study topics such as democracy and participation, political parties, electoral systems, voting behaviour and the media. Alongside this, you will explore the core political ideas of liberalism, conservatism and socialism. In UK Government, you will examine the constitution, parliament, the Prime Minister and executive, the relationship between the branches of government, and non-core political ideas, which Pearson specifies as an optional ideology such as feminism, nationalism, multiculturalism, ecologism or anarchism. In Comparative Politics: USA, you will compare the political systems of the UK and the United States, including constitutions, legislatures, executives, judiciaries, d

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for A Level courses � Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics. � A strong interest in and enthusiasm for, the subject chosen. � A willingness to commit to regular Independent Study outside of lesson time, as A Level courses require a high level of motivation, organisation and academic commitment. � An interview may be required as part of the application process. Please note: some courses have additional entry requirements.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Clarendon Sixth Form College

    Camp Street, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 6DF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Ashton-under-Lyne

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