IB Global Politics

Applications Open - Wednesday 12 November 2025

Applications Close - Friday, 16 January 2026

Entry Requirements - Admissions into LAE6 are based on candidates successfully meeting our entry requirements of at least five good passes in GCSE subjects (grade 4 or above), including at least a grade 4 in Maths and English, and grade 6 or better in the subjects they wish to study.

How to Apply

Internal Students: Apply via Applicaa using this link: https://ebbsfleetacademy.applicaa.com/sixthform

External Students: Apply via Applicaa using this link: https://ebbsfleetacademy.applicaa.com/sixthform

Please note - after sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information.

Global politics engages with up to date current affairs and explores the impact political decision making has on the way we live The course encourages engagement with a wide range of media and teaches you how to read behind the news headlines.

Power, Sovereignty, and International Relations:

Concepts of power and sovereignty

The role of international organisations

Global governance and cooperation

Human Rights:

Theories of human rights

Human rights in practice

Case studies on human rights issues

Development:

Definitions and theories of development

Economic growth vs. sustainable development

Case studies on development issues

Peace and Conflict:

Causes and types of conflict

Conflict resolution and peace-building strategies

Case studies on peace and conflict

Paper 1 - 20%

Source based paper exploring key topics in Global Politics and key messages from the sources

Paper 2 - 30%

Extended response questions, exploring key topics from the Global Politics course.

Paper 3: 30%

Stimulus based paper where you respond to key questions based on case studies you have chosen during your studies.

Internal Assessment - Engagement Project - 20%

Research, take part in, and reflect on, a political issue of interest to you and produce a written report on your work

Ideal for students who are passionate about understanding global issues, enjoy debating and discussing political ideas, and are keen to engage with diverse perspectives. Students should have an interest in staying up to date with current events and the media

Admissions into EA6 are based on candidates successfully meeting our entry requirements of at least 5 good passes in GCSE subjects (grade 4 or above). This includes achieving at least a grade 4 in Maths and English. If there are any specific grade entry requirements for this subject, they will be listed below.

Global Politics: 5 in History or Geography

Global Politics can lead to further studies in Political Science, International Relations, Law, Public Policy, or related fields.

Graduates can pursue careers in diplomacy, international organizations (e.g., UN), non-governmental organizations (NGOs), journalism, public administration, or academia. The skills developed in this course are valuable for any career involving critical analysis and an understanding of global issues.