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Government and Politics

at Jane Austen College, Norwich · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Two year A Level Course. Politics In Politics we focus on how power is distributed through government and within society. Students have the opportunity to develop their own knowledge of the UK and US political systems, whilst thinking critically and analytically about the ideologies and actions of modern politicians and political parties. We look in depth at the politics of the UK and the US, as well as the core political ideas that have shaped the UK. Each year, we have a trip to the Houses of Parliament, where in the past we have seen ministers questioned by backbenchers and have met with MPs. We study the following topics on the Politics course: Paper 1: UK Politics and Core Political Ideas (33%) Paper 2: UK Government and Core Political Ideas (33%) Paper 3: US Government and Politics (33%) There are no specific course requirements to study Politics at Jane Austen, although a GCSE in a Humanities subject is a strong indicator.

What you need to get on

Our core entry requirements are six or more GCSEs at grade 5, and at least a 5 in English and mathematics, although retake courses are offered. You will also need to achieve at least a 5 in the subjects you wish to study at A Level. If you are new to a subject we will consider achievement in the GCSE that most closely corresponds.

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

  • Jane Austen College

    Claxton House, 44-48 Colegate, Norwich, NR3 1DD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Norwich

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