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IB Certificate in HL Global Politics

at Knole Academy, Sevenoaks · school or sixth form

Level 3Stepping stonesCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Global Politics is an exciting, dynamic subject that draws on a variety of disciplines in the social sciences and humanities. The study of global politics enables students to critically engage with different and new perspectives and approaches to politics in order to comprehend the challenges of the changing world and become aware of their role in it as active global citizens. This course consists of four core units: Power, Sovereignty & International Relations, Human Rights, Development, and Peace & Conflict. The course aims to give students: Understanding of key political concepts and contemporary political issues in a range of contexts. Understanding of the local, national, international and global dimensions of political activity. Understanding, appreciation and critically engagement with a variety of perspectives and approaches in global politics. Appreciation of the complex and interconnected nature of many political issues, and to develop the capacity to interpret competing and contestable claims regarding those issues.

What you need to get on

Minimum of five 9-5 grades in GCSE examinations including English and Maths, and a grade 6 in a Humanities subject.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

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

  • Knole Academy

    Bradbourne Vale Road, Sevenoaks, TN13 3LE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Sevenoaks

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