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Government & Politics

at Formby High School, Liverpool · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

In Year 12 you will learn about UK Government and Politics, including the UK's key institutions such as parliament, the office of Prime Minister, political parties and the UK constitution. You will also learn about what influences how people vote and the strengths and weaknesses of first past the post, the UK electoral system. In Year 13, students learn about different political beliefs and ideologies and then consider these ideologies in action. All of the above is brought to life and made more realistic by following current affairs and having the opportunity to visit parliament. Unit 1: UK Politics and Core Political Ideas Unit 2: UK Government and Non-Core Political Ideas Unit 3: Comparative Politics: USA

What you need to get on

Minimum five 9-4 grades at GCSE to include grade 6 in GCSE History or grade 6 in GCSE English Language or 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

  • Formby High School

    Freshfield Road Formby, Liverpool, L37 3HW

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Liverpool

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