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GCE A Level in Politics

at Leigh Academy Bexley · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

There are three broad areas of study in this specification: - the government and politics of the UK - the government and politics of the USA, and comparative politics - political ideas. The specification requires in depth study of UK and US government and politics. Comparisons across the two political systems are required in the topic entitled Comparative politics. Students will be required to identify parallels, connections, similarities and differences between aspects of politics. This will ensure that students develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, political institutions and political processes. The political ideas to be studied have relevance to both of the systems of government and politics. The study of the four ideologies will enhance the students’ knowledge and understanding of politics, political debate and political issues in both the UK and the USA.

What you need to get on

7 GCSEs at grade 5 or above including English and Maths

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

  • Leigh Academy Bexley

    Leigh Academy Bexley Northumberland Heath, Erith, DA8 3BN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Erith

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