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GCE A Level in Politics

at The Arthur Terry School, Sutton Coldfield · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Politics is a much sought after Advanced Level qualification that Russell Group universities, as well as Oxbridge, recognise, in conjunction with other “facilitating” A levels, within their admission criteria. The course is academically rigorous and covers UK political structures and systems as well as a comparative, global element. This new, linear programme of study prepares candidates for full and active engagement within UK political life as well as developing students understanding of Britain’s role within the global community. In the context of a fluid, post-Brexit political climate, there has never been a more engaging time to study A level politics.

What you need to get on

Minimum entry requirement to the Arthur Terry 6th form: Gaining a minimum 33 points from a minimum of 7 GCSEs which must include English Language and Maths with a minimum point score of 4. Individual subject entry requirements must follow the Pathway entry requirements table also available on the Arthur Terry School website. Up to 2 BTEC/OCR National qualifications at Level 2 Merit can be used for 6th form entry. Each BTEC will count as 1 of the 7 GCSE grades Minimum subject entry requirement: 5 in GCSE English Language or LIterature and 5 in GCSE Humanities

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

  • Arthur Terry School

    Kittoe Road, Sutton Coldfield, B74 4RZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Sutton Coldfield

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