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GCE A Level in Politics

at Holyport College, Maidenhead · college

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to: • develop knowledge and an informed understanding of contemporary political structures and issues in their historical context, both within the United Kingdom (UK) and globally • develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes • develop knowledge and an informed understanding of the influences and interests which have an impact on decisions in government and politics • develop knowledge and an informed understanding of the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups • develop the ability to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate political information to form arguments and make judgements • develop an interest in, and engagement with, contemporary politics.

What you need to get on

See Admissions Policy on School Website

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

  • Holyport College

    ASCOT ROAD HOLYPORT, MAIDENHEAD, SL6 3LE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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