The aims and objectives of this qualification are to enable students to: 

• develop knowledge and an informed understanding of contemporary political structures and issues in their historical context, both within the United Kingdom (UK) and globally 

• develop a critical awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes 

• develop knowledge and an informed understanding of the influences and interests which have an impact on decisions in government and politics 

• develop knowledge and an informed understanding of the rights and responsibilities of individuals and groups 

• develop the ability to critically analyse, interpret and evaluate political information to form arguments and make judgements 

• develop an interest in, and engagement with, contemporary politics

Information on how Politics is taught at Key Stage 5 can be found below:

Politics - KS5 (Years 12 & 13)