Politics permeates every facet of our existence, from the choices we make, to the laws we abide by and the governance systems we live under. This A-Level Politics course from Oxbridge provides a thorough grounding in UK and US political principles and systems, ranging from public votes and party leadership to the reform of healthcare, economy, and education.
Delve into the multifaceted nature of the UK's governmental systems and political parties, and gain an in-depth understanding of how elections function, including voting behaviour, referendums, and underlying ideologies shaping governmental decisions. Extend your knowledge across the Atlantic, learning about key facets of US politics, institutional relations, and contrasting ideologies, discerning the disparities between UK and US systems.
This course is designed to enhance your research, analysis, and reasoning skills, enriching your ability to interpret intricate ideas, formulate cogent arguments and critically evaluate. It's an excellent stepping stone if you're eyeing higher education, law sector, banking, insurance, property or consulting careers.
Our distance learning course aligns with the latest AQA A-Level Politics syllabus, specifically tailored for online, self-paced study. You'll enjoy unlimited tutor support, a clear induction, and meticulously structured assignments to aid you in acquiring the skills and knowledge required for exam success. UK-based students will have guaranteed access to one of our exam centres.
Experience a multitude of benefits, including:
A state-of-the-art course, written to the latest specification with dynamic and engaging content.
Fast track is available on this course (for exams in 2022).
Access to our network of partnership exam centres (guaranteed exam venue).
Unlimited tutor support – Your tutor will help you create a study plan and support you throughout.
Exam pass guarantee (We’ll offer continued support to your next exam if you don't pass the first time).
A-Level Politics augments your understanding of politics and the intricate interrelationships among political ideas, institutions, and processes.
About the awarding body
Awarding body: AQA
Our course code: X918
Qualification code: 7152
AQA qualifications enjoy international recognition, being taught in 30 countries around the globe. They are highly valued by employers and universities, facilitating students to progress to the next stages of their lives. AQA qualifications cater to a wide range of abilities and include GCSEs, IGCSEs, and A-levels.
⏱ Study Hours
Allocate between 250 and 300 hours for study time, plus additional time for completing assignments.
👩🏫 Study Method
Our interactive online learning platform delivers the course. However, if you prefer, you can print the learning materials. The learning resources are diverse, including videos, quizzes, and interactive activities.
📆 Course Duration
On enrolment, you'll have up to two years to complete your study and exams, with unlimited tutor support throughout this period.
📋 Assessment
Enrol now for exams from Summer 2022. Three standard A-Level written exams are required:
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.
Exams involve a mix of short and long-answer questions and extended response questions. We also provide an exam pass guarantee. If you don't pass the first time, we'll offer free support for your next exams.
Assignments
Throughout the course, you'll complete several assignments. While these don't contribute to your final grade, they give you a chance to receive feedback and monitor your progress. They can also be used to predict grades if required.
👩🎓 Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this distance learning course, you'll receive an A-Level certificate in Politics, issued by AQA. This certificate is identical to those awarded to students at any other school, college, or university in the UK.
Our selected syllabus (7152) is best suited to distance learning, and we believe it provides the greatest chance of success.
ℹ️ Additional Information
Difficulty - Level 3
Entry requirements - A GCSE or equivalent in History is recommended for this course.
UCAS Points - 56
Course Content:
The course content is vast and captivating, covering everything from the UK's government, politics, and constitution, the role of pressure groups, the history of the European Union, to the US government structure, the civil rights movement, and the contrast between UK and US political systems. You'll also study the core ideologies, including Liberalism, Conservatism, and Socialism, and their various forms. The course concludes with a detailed look at other shaping ideologies such as Nationalism, Feminism, Multiculturalism, Anarchism, and Ecologism.