Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Politics

How to Apply for Maritime Academy Sixth Form

Applications open - 9.00am Monday 2 November 2026

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Entry Requirements - 4 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above (subject specific entry requirements apply)

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Whilst we do not have a deadline for receiving applications, to avoid disappointment applicants are invited to be submitted their applications as soon as possible as courses will be offered on a first come first served basis (subject to entry requirements).

Students are required to study 3 areas of modern politics. This will include the political views, parties and structure of UK and American politics and core political ideologies such as conservatism, liberalism and socialism.

• Develops critical thinking by examining political ideas, arguments and current issues from different perspectives.
• Improves analytical skills through the study of political institutions, events and debates.
• Strengthens evaluation skills, helping students make balanced judgements supported by evidence.
• Builds the ability to construct persuasive arguments and reach reasoned conclusions.
• Enhances essay-writing skills, including clear communication, structure and academic writing.
• Learn how decisions are made that affect everyday life.
• Understand elections, political parties and government.
• Explore major political ideas such as liberalism, conservatism and socialism.
• Gain skills that universities and employers value highly: analysis, communication, evaluation and argument.

Five GCSEs grades 4-9 and grade 5 in English or grade 6 in a Humanities subject.

Successful completion of A Level Politics can lead to careers in government for example the Civil Service, Law, Journalism, Public Relations, and Charities due to the development of valuable skills in research, analysis, communication and evaluation. Students can also progress to degree courses in areas such as Politics, International Relations, Law, History, Economics, Sociology, Journalism and Criminology, as well as other non-related subjects such as Business Studies, Geography and Psychology.