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Government and Politics
Board: Edexcel
Soecification: AS 8067 and 9068
Introduction
In this course, you will
• investigate topical issues and controversies that affect our everyday lives
• understand how the British political system works, where power lies and how our system compares with others
• develop a range of analytical, investigative and critical skills to use in whatever career path you take
• learn how we, as individuals, can become involved in the British political system, for example joining parties or pressure groups
We emphasise student centred learning, using a variety of methods including presentations, debates, case studies, discussions, video- and audio-based exercises, note-taking and individual research.
The course structure
AS
|
Unit (code) |
Method |
Time |
Contribution |
|
|
AS |
Advanced |
|||
|
1 (6491) |
Written exam |
1 hour |
33% |
16.67% |
|
2 (6492) |
Written exam |
1 hour |
33% |
16.67% |
|
3 (6493) |
Written exam |
1 hour |
33% |
16.67% |
Unit 1 - People and Politics
Citizenship, democracy and participation - the representative processes in the UK
Unit 2 - Governing the UK
The major institutions of the UK government - how effective are they?
Unit 3 - The Changing UK system
Issues affecting the development of the UK system; the impact and desirability of political and constitutional change. Looks at specific UK institutions in their EU context.
A2
|
Unit (code) |
Method |
Time |
Contribution |
|
|
AS |
Advanced |
|||
|
4 (6497) |
Written exam |
1¼ hours |
-- |
15% |
|
5 (6498) |
Written exam |
1¼ hours |
-- |
15% |
|
6 (6499) |
Written exam |
1½ hours |
-- |
20% |
Unit 4 - Introduction to Political Ideologies
Liberalism, conservatism and socialism
Unit 5 - Other Ideological Traditions
Nationalism, anarchism, fascism and feminism
Unit 6 - Ideological Development in the UK
Synoptic paper looking at:
• the impact of ideologies on public policy
• the relationship between ideology and party identity
• the relationship of ideology to alternative views of the constitution and constitutional reform
Subject complements
The following subjects go well with Government and Politics: History, Economics, Geography, Law, Sociology, Philosophy.
Am I suited?
You will be suited if you:
You will be suited if you:
• have a genuine interest in current affairs and a desire to explore new ideas
• can plan your own learning and research
• enjoy lively debate on a stimulating subject
Where does it lead?
The course is an excellent foundation for progression to a degree in Politics, International Relations, International Studies, and History to name a few.
You could work in any job that requires the ability to analyse, question, investigate, examine and argue - for example journalism, law, teaching, public administration or research.
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