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Politics

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

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

To study Government and Politics you need an enquiring mind and a keen interest in current affairs, it helps if you are open minded and ready to take in a wide range of ideas and opinions. The subject aims to equip you with the knowledge and skills to be active citizens. You will learn how to evaluate an argument and how to present a balanced case, both in writing and orally. At AS level we mostly focus on how Politics works in Britain, at A2 we broaden our studies to include the USA and political ideologies as they operate around the world.

What you need to get on

4 GSCE Grade 7. A 7+ in the chosen subject and a 6 or better in English 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 Five Ways School

    Scotland Lane, Birmingham, B32 4BT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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