Politics
Politics at A level is not for everyone but for the select few for whom contemporary politics are exciting and important it is the ideal course. The Politics teachers certainly see the subject as much more than just another A level and they encourage and enjoy the impassioned debate which often dominates lessons. Perse students enjoy the cut and thrust of debate and, as consensus is exceedingly rare, Politics lessons are rarely dull. The examiners are keen to reward students who show evidence of a real engagement with contemporary issues.
It is expected that candidates will:
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Develop a critical awareness of the nature of politics.
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Acquire a knowledge and understanding of the political institutions and processes of the UK and USA.
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Develop their powers of critical thinking.
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Acquire an understanding of, and opinions on, the major political issues facing the UK.
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Develop their ability to communicate effectively on paper and orally.
Politics is the ideal course for:
- Those with a lively and enquiring mind, a willingness to develop an interest in politics and current affairs, a desire to explore new ideas and an ability to communicate their ideas effectively.
- Those who enjoy argument and debate and are keen to develop their own opinions and critically analyse those of others.
- Those willing to read a quality newspaper and political magazines, and to follow current affairs on radio, television and the internet
- Those doing Arts subjects, particularly Philosophy, History and Economics, looking for a complementary subject, or those doing science courses looking for an interesting and contrasting fourth/fifth subject.
