Government and Politics A' Level (Full AS + A2) Course

A distance learning course is the ideal way to gain an A Government and Politics (Full AS + A2) Course. Whether you're looking to go on to further education, improve your job prospects or expand your knowledge, distance learning A Level Government and Politics is a flexible and convenient course, which allows you to comprehensively prepare for the A Level Government and Politics exam through home study. What's more, because the distance learning A Level Government and Politics course is a fully comprehensive course, no prior knowledge is required.

We offers this full A-Level course in Government and Politics. By the end of your course, your knowledge and awareness of the world around you and of current affairs should be significantly enhanced. You should also have developed your ability to analyse information and to communicate detailed and complex arguments effectively.

Government and Politics is a dynamic and ever-changing subject, and it is essential that you are familiar with contemporary issues, developments and debates. A-Level examinations in this subject will ask some questions specifically designed to assess if candidates are following contemporary politics by reading the different newspapers and following current affairs programmes on radio and television. Having an interest and knowledge in such matters is a major advantage to studying this subject.

An Advanced Level in Government and Politics is a perfect qualification for those wishing to acquire knowledge and understanding of the subject to enable them to study at a higher level at university. 
 
This specification is designed to encourage candidates to:

• develop their critical thinking skills and the ability to interpret, evaluate and comment
• develop a critical awareness of the nature of politics and the relationship between political ideas, institutions and processes
• acquire knowledge and understanding of the structures of authority and power within the political system of the United Kingdom, and how these may differ from those of other political systems
• acquire knowledge and informed understanding of the rights and responsibilities of the individual
• develop an interest in and engagement with contemporary politics

How is the course structured?

The A Level Government and Politics (Full AS + A2) course is divided in to four comprehensive units

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

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

Home Study Tutor Support

You will be provided with comprehensive materials designed to provide you with everything required to complete yourA Level in Government and Politics. You will have your own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have. Plus you can contact a Student Advisors by email or phone for all the practical advice you may need – so we really are with you 100%.

Your tutor will give you various resource sites to visit and there is extra material in the Student Support Portal. In addition there are several supporting texts books for this course but again this depends on which approach you are following and which book best suits your individual needs. In addition there are several supporting texts books for this course but again this depends on which approach you are following and which book best suits your individual needs.

Course Assessments

AS/A2 - A level in Government and Politics. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level.

Format of Examination

AS Level

Unit 1: GOVP1  People, Politics and Participation
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes

Unit 2: GOVP2 Governing Modern Britain
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes

A2 Level

Unit 3: GOV3A - The Politics of the USA
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes

Unit 4: GOV4A - The Government of the USA
Written examination: 1 hour 30 minutes

What's Included? What do I get when I enrol?

Your course fee covers everything you will need to successfully complete the Government and Politics home study course and earn your A Level:

1. All textbooks, study folders, and/or online learning aids designed for distance learning
2. A full range of student services, including:

• Tutor marked assessments (TMAs)
• Access to the online student portal (Student Chat, Forums and Online Support Resources)
• NUS Extra Card (discounted membership)
• Comprehensive Study Guide & Study Plan
• Guide to Effective Study Techniques
• How to approach exams without fear

3. An accredited award upon successful course completion directly from the awarding body AQA
4. 18 month's educational support by e-mail, post, fax or phone
5. Free postage and packaging for UK mainland students

The good news is that no prior learning knowledge or experience is essential to take this course.  This course is openly available to anyone wishing to learn more about Government and Politics and would like to take part in a highly rewarding home study course. We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to expand their knowledge and study further, so we try to keep our entry requirements to a minimum.