Government and Politics is an ever-changing field of study which explores the 'here and now' of decision making in the UK and beyond. In the AS part of the course you will consider important concepts such as democracy, power and influence. You will learn how Parliament works, and why some are now calling for big changes to the system. As the 2015 general election draws ever closer you will explore what politicians like David Cameron and Nick Clegg are proposing and why. You will discuss what the Labour Party stands for and consider why it lost the 2010 general election. In the A2 part of the course, you will focus on the political issues that are hotly debated in the news. These include issues such as the environment, the education and health systems, the workings of the European Union and the prospect of the EU getting even bigger. You will look at background material on each policy issue since 1979, and you will be expected to update your knowledge on developments as they arise in the news. This requires the regular reading/viewing of news websites, newspapers and TV/radio news programmes. A mixture of teaching methods is used in all lessons, including class and group discussions, debates, TV viewing, individual and group assignments and up-to-date research tasks. The contemporary nature of politics means that the textbook is of limited value; you will be expected to research a good deal of material independently via the internet or newspapers. You will be invited to attend political conferences and debates, as well as visit the Houses of Parliament in London and the European Union institutions in Brussels or Strasbourg. In addition, there is a vibrant student-led politics society which meets on a Friday to discuss and debate the latest developments. MPs and other representatives are frequently invited to speak.
Name: GCE A Level in Government and Politics Qualification title: GCE A Level in Government and Politics Qualification type: Assessment The course is assessed entirely by external examination. The two AS units are: - People and Politics - this examines the central ideas of power, democracy, elections, pressure groups and political parties. - Governing the UK - this examines how the UK government operates, and includes topics such as the Prime Minister, Cabinet, Constitution and Parliament. The two A2 units are: - UK Political Issues - this examines the issues that are currently shaping debate in the UK such as economic, education, environmental and law and order policy. - European Union Political Issues - this examines the British relationship with the European Union, as well as the issues that are currently shaping debate across Europe. Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20150708 12:53:36 Updated 20150708 12:53:36
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The Sixth Form College Farnborough
Further Education
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Title: GCE A Level in Government and Politics Qualification: GCE A Level in Government and Politics Classification: Social Sciences