Aims
This programme aims to reflect the demands of a truly modern and evolving political environment in the UK and around the world. You will combine both historic and contemporary ideas, institutions, processes and issues to support learning of politics. Assessment will develop your critical thinking and analysis as you will be tested using various question types that require an in-depth knowledge of specific sources and materials.
Modules
You will study UK Politics and UK Government in the first year, to develop a set of core knowledge and understanding of politics.
UK Politics include:
- Democracy
- Political parties
- Electoral systems
- Voting behaviour.
UK Government include:
- The Constitution
- Parliament
- Prime Minister and Cabinet
- The relationship between the branches.
In second year, you will develop this knowledge and understanding and study four core political ideas, alongside Politics of the USA.
Four core ideas include:
- Socialism
- Conservatism
- Liberalism
- Feminism.
The politics of the USA include:
- US Constitution and Federalism
- US Congress
- US Presidency
- US Supreme Court
- Democracy and civil rights.
Time commitment
Average number of hours per week
Delivery
Day and time of study will be confirmed before the start of your course.
Teaching & assessment
You will be taught by lecturers who are specialists in their subjects. Teaching is classroom based and involves group work and individual work. Independent study is essential outside of the classroom and frequent homework will be given.
You will sit monthly in-class assessment for which you will receive extensive feedback, as well as other assessments throughout the academic year, which will help you track your progress.
Terminal exams will be in May/June.
Maths and English
Maths and English skills are essential for the workplace and university.
Placement:
Work placements are an important part of the programme and all learners will be given assistance in finding a suitable position.
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Funding
*Enrolling on their first full Level 3 Course - Free
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Interview Instructions
You will be invited in for a tour of the College, and a one-to-one interview with one of our lecturers. A conditional offer may then be made subject to you meeting the entry criteria.
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Entry Criteria
Ideally, you will hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs at 9 to 4 (A* to C) which must include maths and English.