Politics (A Level) – Level 3

UK Politics: Looking at levels of participation in democracy, electoral systems, the impact of pressure groups, how political parties have changed and the impact of the media on voting behaviour.

UK Government: The constitution, the structure and role of the House of Commons and the House of lords, the role and relationship of the Prime Minister, the Cabinet and the Executive and finally the role and relationship between the EU and the judiciary with the UK.

Ideologies (core and non-core):

• Liberalism
• Socialism
• Conservatism
• Feminism

Government and Politics of the USA:

• The US Constitution and federalism
• US Congress
• US presidency
• US Supreme Court and civil rights
• Democracy and participation
• Comparative theories

This is a 2 year course studied September – June.

Five GCSEs at grade 4/5 or above, including GCSE English language at grade 5.

As well as the entry requirements above you will also need to meet the specific requirements for the A Level courses you choose.

There are three external examinations sat at the end of the two years.

University Opportunities

Past students have progressed to study degrees in politics, international relations, history, social and public sector studies, education and English.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities include the civil service, police force, public service, housing advice, management, community worker, probation officer and youth work.

Our MC Click scheme provides full time students (ages 16-19) on a Level 1, 2 or 3 study programmes with a free loan laptop to assist with their studies. Laptops can be collected at enrolment. Click here for more information about MC Click.

Tuition fees are free if you are a UK or home-fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course.

Additional financial support may also be available for full-time students – click here to find out more.

Click the ‘Apply Now’ button at the top of this page which will take you to an application form to apply for A Levels. You only need to apply once for A Level programmes. After receiving your application form, you will be invited to attend an informal interview where you will have a chance to discuss which specific A Level subjects you would like to enrol on. Click here to download the full time application form.

If you have any queries with regards to your application or you would like further information and support, please contact our Admissions Team on 01642 333601, or if you have any enquiries about courses, please contact Course Information on 01642 333333 or e-mail CourseInformation@mbro.ac.uk.

Although not part of our full-time A Level study programme, students can work with our dedicated Work Experience Co-ordinator to secure a suitable placement, be that a one-off experience, or a more long-term placement.