Government & Politics
at Wymondham College, Wymondham · college
What the college says
Lively, relevant and controversial... there are many ways to describe A Level Politics. It encourages students to develop knowledge and an informed understanding of contemporary political structures and issues in the UK and globally. It focuses on fostering a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes. Studying politics will develop a student’s skills so they can create informed opinions about the influences and interests that have impacted on political decisions, and the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups.
What you need to get on
A genuine interest in current affairs with English Language/History and Grade 5 or above in English Literature.
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
Wymondham College
Golf Links Road, Wymondham, NR18 9SZ
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Wymondham
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