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Edexcel Politics

at Tytherington School, Macclesfield · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level22 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Government and Politics is an ideal course for those with a keen interest in the world around them, a desire to engage in informed debate and an openness about their own and others’ views. The A Level aims to provide students with a general introduction to the political and governmental processes of the UK and USA and core political principles such as conservatism and socialism. In Year 12 students will be looking at issues such as the extent to which the UK has a democratic system, how the ideologies of the main political parties differ and whether it is time for there to be a written UK constitution. In Year 13 students compare and contrast UK systems with those of the USA, considering the impact of race and a presidential system on the workings of politics.

What you need to get on

5 A*-C grades at GCSE (including English and Mathematics at grades 9-5) Although prior study of Politics is not required, students are expected to have an interest in current affairs.

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

  • Tytherington School

    Manchester Road, Macclesfield, SK10 2EE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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