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Level 3 Advanced GCE in Politics

at St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Past, present, future – Politics is everywhere we look. And it’s changing. Decisions that are made in governments and other institutions can have a huge effect on our lives and the lives of others. Studying Politics will give you a good understanding in the factors that are driving change all around us and how to make a difference yourself. Unless we understand how the government works, we will never be able to play a full and active part in society. We will always be on the receiving end of other people’s wisdom, rather than being in a position to advance our own agenda. The study of politics takes in grand issues of government and of justice, but also takes you behind these formal facades and seeks to understand the crucial questions of where power lies and helps you to understand ‘who gets what, how and why’.

What you need to get on

Five passes in GCSE at grade 4 or above. One of the five passes will include English at grade 4 or higher.

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

  • ST ROBERT OF NEWMINSTER

    St. Robert of Newminster Rc Comprehensive School Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Washington

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