A-Level Government and Politics

• Course Code: BA128

Develop an understanding of how politics and the government work.

• Learn about the movements that are transforming the world around us, and also discover the committees and parties who hold control.
• Discover who has the power, the importance of election, the limits that constrict Parliament and the prime minister, how laws are made and the influence of political parties, the EU, devolved government and the people who interact with them.
• Explore the wider world of politics, including the politics of the United States and its congress and the power of the White House. 

Special discount until 29th February - Enrol on 2 A-levels and get additional A-Level courses for £125 each.* 

*- Offer available on a selection of A-levels, please check course page for details.

Course Content

AS Level

Unit 1: People, Politics and Participation

• Participation and voting behaviour
• Electoral systems
• Political parties
• Pressure groups and protest movements

Unit 2: Governing Modern Britain

• The British constitution
• Parliament
• The core executive
• Multi-level governance

A2 Level

Unit 3: The Politics of the USA

• The electoral process and direct democracy
• Political parties
• Voting Behaviour
• Pressure groups

OR Ideologies

• Liberalism
• Socialism
• Conservatism
• Fascism

OR Politics and Power

• Power in modern society
• Executive power
• Political culture
• Britain in Europe

Unit 4: The Government of the USA

• The constitutional framework of US government
• The legislative branch of government: US Congress
• The executive branch of government
• The judicial branch of government: the supreme court

OR Political Issues: Ideologies in Action

• Ethnicity and Gender
• The Environment
• Education
• The Economy

OR Perspectives on Modern Politics

• Participation and Representation
• Globalisation
• Change and Continuity
• Territorial Politics

Assessment

• Unit 1: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Unit 2: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Unit 3: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Unit 4: Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes 

Study Method

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. Students receive a course manual and study guide plus tutor support by email. Your A-Level course materials will be sent out in the post once you enrol.

Qualifications

This course prepares students for A-Level Government & Politics for examination in 2011 and later years. Once you have successfully completed the examinations you will receive an A-Level in Government & Politics.

Throughout the course there will be self-assessment questions, and tutor marked questions, to enable you to monitor your progress. You will receive envelopes in order to submit your assignments.