Politics
at The Thomas Hardye School, Dorchester · school or sixth form
What the college says
Studying politics creates passionate, informed individuals. It is ideal for students interested in the news, that debate with friends and family and that show a keen interest in life beyond their own surroundings. Politics students think it matters to understand who has power, why they have it and what they do with it; and the course enables them to tackle such issues. Students will study both UK politics and global politics. Politics can be combined with science for contrast, or with other humanities subjects for depth.
What you need to get on
6 in a Humanities subject and a 5 in English
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
The Thomas Hardye School
Queens Avenue, Dorchester, DT1 2ET
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Dorchester
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