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Government and Politics A Level - Barnstaple

Course code: FTB072

The Programme

The course will give students a foundation of political knowledge with an emphasis on the contemporary politics and current affairs. Students will explore the debate as to 'who gets what' in British society. There will also be an international dimension to the study of politics as we compare and contrast UK politics with other systems of government. Key ideas such as freedom, justice and equality will be evaluated as we try to make sense as to how they are applied in reality.

The Programme Content

The programme content includes people and politics; governing the UK; key themes in political analysis and extended political themes. The modules will complement anyone who is thinking about studying law, history and critical thinking. Students will be expected to take a keen interest in current affairs and keep abreast of what is going on in the world around them. So if you like a good discussion and a course that will help you think and critically evaluate issues as well as challenging and stretching your imagination then this is the course for you.

Learners will get a great deal out of the course and it should equip them for general knowledge questions asked at university interviews.

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade C or above including English Language.

Venue

Barnstaple Campus

Progression

The analytical and critical thinking skills developed in the course have allowed many past students to enter a wide range of professions after university, such as the public services, medicine and the armed services, media commerce and many other career areas.

Length of Study

AS Level one year, A Level two years.

Academic Year

This course starts in the 2012 / 2013 academic year.

Further Information

Further Information