John Hampden Grammar School
Marlow Hill, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP11 1SZ
Marlow Hill, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP11 1SZ
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Politics
| General Information A and AS level Politics aim to provide students with a knowledge of British political life and the ideas which underpin it. A level students will also study the ideologies which have shaped and inspired World Politics. The two courses are very different but also complementary. Students will be encouraged to develop critical, analytical minds, participate actively in debates, create strong and convincing arguments, and reach balanced conclusions. | Recommended Resources |
This course is offered at AS/A2 Level.
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This course is offered at AS/A2 Level.
Keystage 5/AS/A2:
Students of A and AS level Politics are encouraged to have an active interest in current affairs. The subject is constantly changing, and up-to-date information is essential. Students are given the opportunity to attend conferences addressed by leading politicians and political commentators.
AS Level - British Political Institutions and Concepts
The distinctive nature of the British political system.
The main features of British government.
Current political issues and debates.
A knowledge of basic political concepts (e.g. power, authority, justice, freedom, equality, rights, etc.)
Among the issues tackled will be: Who really has power in Britain? Why continue to have a House of Lords? Is there a credible Opposition Party? How “New” is “New” Labour? Should we swap the pound for the Euro? Could Scotland leave the UK? Why is fox hunting such a big issue? Can MPs really have much influence in the House of Commons?
A Level - As for AS level plus
Modern Political Ideas and Doctrines. This syllabus seeks to develop an understanding of the main theories, doctrines and concepts which relate to modern politics. The ideologies examined will include liberalism, conservatism, socialism, communism, anarchism, fascism, Nazism, nationalism, racism, feminism.
Topics for debate frequently include : When we are born, are we naturally good or bad? Are all human actions a choice between pleasure and pain? Why was Karl Marx wrong? What did Hitler and Stalin have in common? Is nationalism constructive or destructive? Can you really vote Anarchist? Is racism a thing of the past? Have modern socialists like Tony Blair abandoned their principles? Is feminism still relevant?
AS Level - British Political Institutions and Concepts
A Level - As for AS level plus
Modern Political Ideas and Doctrines. This syllabus seeks to develop an understanding of the main theories, doctrines and concepts which relate to modern politics. The ideologies examined will include liberalism, conservatism, socialism, communism, anarchism, fascism, Nazism, nationalism, racism, feminism.
Topics for debate frequently include : When we are born, are we naturally good or bad? Are all human actions a choice between pleasure and pain? Why was Karl Marx wrong? What did Hitler and Stalin have in common? Is nationalism constructive or destructive? Can you really vote Anarchist? Is racism a thing of the past? Have modern socialists like Tony Blair abandoned their principles? Is feminism still relevant?