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A Level Politics

at Barclay School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Politics is the study of power, governance, and decision-making, helping us to understand how societies function and how change happens on a local, national, and global scale. Studying A level Politics opens doors to careers in fields such as law, journalism, international relations, public policy, and political consultancy. This subject challenges you to think critically, debate persuasively, and engage with real-world issues. Through this course, you’ll explore key political systems, ideologies, and institutions, while gaining insights from those who are actively involved in the political world, preparing you to make your own impact on society.

What you need to get on

Level 5s across your subjects, including Maths and 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

  • Barclay Academy

    Walkern Road,, Stevenage, SG1 3RB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Stevenage

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