CCEA Level 1/Level 2 GCSE in Government and Politics

Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by CCEA. Classified as a GCSE (A* to G).

Qualification Level

Level 1/Level 2

Awarding Body

CCEA

Syllabus Units

2 Units

Guided Hours

Flexible

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Course Syllabus & Study Modules

Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.

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Key Learning Objectives:

In this unit, students gain an awareness of the basic concepts related to political participation: the importance of elections in a democracy and the different ways in which young people can make their voices heard. The unit seeks to enhance students’ understanding of decision-making and the role of political parties and pressure groups in a democracy. Students explore different views on issues such as education, the economy and immigration, as well as considering the role of the media in reporting political events and influencing public opinion. This unit allows students to appreciate the importance of political participation and how political participation may take different forms

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Key Learning Objectives:

In this unit, students gain an awareness of the challenges posed by an increasingly interdependent world. The unit allows students to explore a variety of organisations that operate on a global scale and how they respond to important global issues, such as conflict resolution, poverty and immigration. Students consider the local and national response of governments, individuals and groups to political issues and evaluate the effectiveness of their actions.