A-level Politics

£495.00

Our A-level Politics course is the perfect starting point for developing a comprehensive understanding of political systems, governance, and the judiciary in both the UK and the US. You will explore how governments operate, how policies are formed, and how political decisions impact society. From elections and voting behaviour to the history and ideologies of key political parties, this course will provide you with a well-rounded perspective on the forces shaping our world.

Politics is at the heart of modern society, influencing laws, policies, and international relations. Through this course, you will gain valuable insights into the role of government, democracy, referendums, and political participation, equipping you with the knowledge to engage critically with current affairs and understand how power is exercised and challenged.

SKU: X918W Categories: ,

250 – 300 Study Hours

Level 3 Difficulty

Up to 56 UCAS Points

AQA Qualification

Course Overview

You will be required to complete the three standard written exams.

Official exams

  • Paper 1: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks.
  • Paper 2: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks.
  • Paper 3: 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks.

Assignments
During your course, you’ll be required to complete a number of assignments.

These do not contribute towards your final grade but provide you with an opportunity to submit work to your tutor for marking and feedback. This will help you to gauge your progress as you work through the course.

Course Content

  • The British Constitution
  • The branches of British Government
  • How does Parliament represent us?
  • The Prime Minister
  • Devolution
  • Democracy and participation
  • Political parties and pressure groups
  • The European Union
  • The Constitutional Framework of US Government
  • Principles of the US Constitution
  • The Legislative, Executive and Judiciary
  • The House of Representatives
  • The Senate
  • The Committee System
  • The Electoral Process and Direct Democracy
  • The Election Campaign
  • The Electoral College
  • Political parties and pressure groups
  • Civil rights
  • Constitutions, Executives and Judiciaries
  • Theoretical approaches to comparison
  • Constitutional arrangements
  • Electoral and party systems
  • Pressure groups
  • Civil rights
  • Liberalism
  • Conservatism
  • Socialism
  • Key ideas and principles
  • Key thinkers
  • Nationalism and multiculturalism
  • Feminism and Ecologism
  • Anarchism
  • Key thinkers
  • Key concepts
  • Paper 1
  • Paper 2
  • Paper 3
  • Awarding body: AQA
  • Our course code: X918W
  • Qualification code: 9PLO

The AQA qualifications are internationally recognised and taught in 30 countries around the world, highly valued by employers and universities and enable young people to progress to the next stage of their lives. AQA qualifications suit a range of abilities and include GCSEs, IGCSEs and A-levels.

Entry Requirements

A GCSE or equivalent in History is recommended for this course.

Distance Learning

With online A-level study, you’ll sit the same exams and earn the same qualifications as you would in a traditional school setting, but with the flexibility to study when and where it suits you.
Your final results and transcript will be identical to those of students who studied in a classroom, ensuring your A-levels are fully recognised and respected by colleges, universities, and employers worldwide. Whether you’re looking to broaden your subject choices, balance study with other commitments, or take control of your learning, distance learning gives you the freedom to achieve your academic goals on your terms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. There will be additional fees for your exams that are payable to the centre upon booking. Your personal tutor can provide more details.
Yes. There are set texts that will come free with the course as e-books: (1) Edexcel UK Government and Politics for AS/A Level (Fifth Edition), N McNaughton, Hodder Education 2017. (2) US Government and Politics for A-level (Fifth Edition), A Bennett, Hodder Education 2017. (3) Political ideas for A Level: Liberalism, Conservatism, Socialism, Nationalism, Multiculturalism, Ecologism, R Kelly and N McNaughton, Hodder Education 2017.
Yes! You study the same curriculum, take the same examinations and get the same qualification. The only difference is that the course is specially designed to be studied from home in your own time.
You will have access to your personal tutor, via email, who will mark your assignments and guide you through the course to help you get ready for your examinations. In addition, you will be supplied with a comprehensive Study Guide which will help you through the study and assessment process. Assignments are marked by your personal tutor within 5 days. Your personal tutor will be highly experienced in their subject area and qualified to teach.
We are able to offer places at partnership exam centres across the UK for our students, therefore, guaranteeing an exam venue. If you choose to find your own exam centre, you can, you will need to register with them as an external or private candidate. Fees vary across the country so we recommend enquiring prior to enrolment.
That’s fine, this course can be studied anywhere and is completed by submitting Tutor marked assignments (TMAs).
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