A Level Politics (AQA 603/1223/3)
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Overview
If you’re fascinated by UK politics and want to learn more about democracy, liberalism, conservatism, and the electoral system, our A Level in Politics is perfect for you. This course is also ideal if you’re aiming for a career in government or local council.
Our distance learning course offers the same content you’d find in a college but allows you to study at your own pace, from home. There are no deadlines or pressures, giving you the flexibility to fit your studies around your life.
This A Level course has been updated to meet the latest academic standards. You’ll receive the same materials and sit the same exams as college students. This makes it a great option if you’re returning to education or want to enhance your CV.
With no restrictions, you can complete the course on your own terms and earn a valuable qualification.
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About This Course
Whether you’re fascinated in UK politics and wish to learn more about democracy, liberalism, conservatism and how the electoral system works, or you are committed to taking your first steps towards a political career working for the government or your local council; our new A Level in Politics can supply you with the knowledge, understanding and comprehension to make this happen.
This distance learning course covers everything you’d learn at college, but instead will enable you to study on your own time, at your own pace and all from the comfort of your own home.
There are no deadlines, pressure or restrictions. You can easily complete this 2 year A Level and receive a high quality qualification.
This course has been updated to meet the latest academic specifications and content, meaning you can confidently enrol onto this course rest assured you will be receiving the exact same course materials and examinations as your college counterparts.
And this is great news if you are looking to get back into education or want to supplement your CV, as this course can easily be moulded to suit your requirements.
Qualification Title: A Level Government & Politics
Qualification Number: 603/1223/3
UCAS Points: Up to 56
Course Units
Unit 1: UK Politics and Core Political Ideas
- Democracy and Participation
- Political Parties
- Electoral Systems
- Voting Behaviour and the Media
- Liberalism
- Conservatism
- Socialism
Unit 2: UK Government and Optional Political Ideas
- The Constitution
- Parliament
- Prime Minister and Executive
- Relationship between the Branches
- Nationalism
Unit 3: Comparative Politics – Government and Politics of the USA
- The US Constitution and Federalism
- US Congress
- US Presidency
- US Supreme Court
- US Democracy and Participation
- US Civil Rights
Assessment
To earn this A Level qualification you will first complete the assessments included in your course materials. These will be marked by your dedicated tutor and will prepare you for your exam.
You are required to complete three standard written exams:
- Paper 1: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – 21 May 2024
- Paper 2: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – 5 June 2024
- Paper 3: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – 14 June 2024
(all dates are subject to change)
There is a separate fee for the examinations, which are paid directly to the exam centre at time of booking. We’ll help you book your exams when you are ready (we advise to book well in advance to guarantee your place).
Please note: the dates shown above are the next available exam slots only (exams take place every year).
Requirements
There is no entry requirement for A Level Politics.
Assessment
You will first complete the assessments included in your course materials. These will be marked by your tutor and will prepare you for your exam.
Exams
You are required to complete 3 written exams:
- Paper 1: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – May/Jun 2025
- Paper 2: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – May/Jun 2025
- Paper 3: 2 hour written exam, 33% of total marks – May/Jun 2025
(dates are subject to change)
Exam Fees
There is a separate fee for the exams paid directly to the exam centre at time of booking. We’ll help you book them when you are ready.
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