A Level Government & Politics
at Coastland College, Weymouth · college
What the college says
Are you interested in the big issues such as who holds power within the UK and why the West has been unable to intervene militarily in Syria? If you are, then Government & Politics could be the course for you. Government & Politics is an exciting subject which aims to broaden, deepen and question your understanding of the world . It will enable you to develop a critical awareness of the nature of Politics and the relationship between political processes, themes and philosophies. This course will add to your ability to compete for jobs and/or places at university, and will be an excellent preparation for all Higher Education. Universities have shown particular interest in the development of this subject.
What you need to get on
At least 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-5 including English.
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
Weymouth College
Cranford Avenue, WEYMOUTH, DT4 7LQ
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · WEYMOUTH
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