A-Level Politics (Online, AQA)

Politics influences every aspect of our lives, from laws and governance to elections and policies. This AQA A-Level Politics course explores government systems, political ideologies, and international relations, helping you develop critical thinking, debate, and analytical skills essential for academic and career success.

Whether you aspire to study Law, International Relations, or Economics at university, or pursue a career in journalism, government, or legal advisory roles, this course provides a strong academic foundation.

With fully online learning, expert tutor support, and up to 56 UCAS points, you’ll gain a globally recognized qualification to support your academic and professional goals.

• Fast Track option – complete within a year
• UCAS-accredited – earns up to 56 UCAS points for university applications
• Guaranteed exam venue at UK partner centres
• Exam Pass Guarantee – free support if you don’t pass the first time

Certificate of Completion

Hard copy certificate - Included

This course covers UK and US political systems, ideologies, and comparative government, divided into eight key units:

• The Government of the UK – British Constitution, Parliament, Prime Minister, and Devolution
• Politics of the UK – Political parties, elections, voting behaviour, and democracy
• The Government of the USA – Congress, Supreme Court, and the role of the President
• Politics of the USA – US elections, political parties, and pressure groups
• Comparative Politics – Key differences and similarities between UK and US systems
• Core Ideologies – Conservatism, liberalism, and socialism
• Other Ideologies – Feminism, anarchism, nationalism, and multiculturalism
• Exam Preparation – Practice exercises, assessment strategies, and revision techniques

• Fully online learning via the MyOxbridge platform
• Tutor-marked assignments to track progress
• Case studies on real-world political events and debates

Students will complete three written exams:

• Paper 1: Government and Politics of the UK – 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks
• Paper 2: Government and Politics of the USA – 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks
• Paper 3: Political Ideas – 2 hours, 33.3% of A-Level, 77 marks

We provide a guaranteed exam space at one of our partner centres across the UK.

This course is ideal for:

• Students planning to progress to university for Politics, Law, or International Relations
• Those interested in careers in journalism, government, or legal advisory roles
• Learners needing an A-Level Politics qualification for UCAS applications
• Individuals keen to understand political structures and global governance

• No formal entry requirements
• Recommended GCSE History or equivalent

This A-Level Politics qualification supports progression to university, public sector roles, and careers in journalism, law, and policy-making. Graduates can work in government, political analysis, media, and international affairs.

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