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Politics

at King Edward Vi Handsworth School, Birmingham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

You are likely to benefit from this course at either AS or A level if you: § Are already interested in current affairs and politics § Realise that you don’t know much about politics or the organisation of government, but think it is important to find out more § Like studying a subject which is relevant and affects people’s everyday lives § Like to be actively involved, in terms of discussion, research and visits § Would like to do something different and keep your options open for the future

What you need to get on

Minimum 6 GCSEs at A* - B or 9 - 7 including English Language, English Literature and Mathematics.

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

  • King Edward VI Handsworth School for Girls

    Rose Hill Road Handsworth, Birmingham, B21 9AR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Birmingham

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