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A Level Politics

at Bolton Sixth Form College, Bolton · sixth form college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The emphasis is on the here and now, so awareness and interest in current affairs and news is essential. You should enjoy developing ideas and opinions of the world around you. Discover what makes your parents vote the way they do, or not in some cases! Politics is extremely important as it affects our everyday lives. Politicians pass laws that relate to everything we do, from driving, paying taxes, education, health, law and order and the environment.

What you need to get on

Students studying three A Levels will be expected to have a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 6 and three GCSEs at grade 5/4, including English Language and Mathematics at grade 5/4 or above. Or eight GCSEs at a minimum of grade 5.

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

  • The Sixth Form Bolton

    Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5BU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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