The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to: • develop knowledge and an informed understanding of contemporary political structures and issues in their historical context, both within the United Kingdom (UK) and globally • develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes • develop knowledge and an informed understanding of the influences and interests which have an impact on decisions in government and politics • develop knowledge and an informed understanding of the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups • develop the ability to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate political information to form arguments and make judgements • develop an interest in, and engagement with, contemporary politics.
Name: Government & Politics Qualification title: GCE A level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment There are 3 externally assessed examinations, all sat at the end of Year 13 Units 1 and 2 are studied in Year 12 and Unit 3 is studied in year 13 Unit 1 – UK Politics (33.5%) Examination: 2 hours Unit 2 – UK Government (33.5%) Examination: 2 hours Unit 3 – Comparative Politics (33.5%) Examination: 2 hours Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20160407 13:10:28 Updated 20161021 16:59:58
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Wimbledon College
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Edge Hill Town: London