WJEC
Level 3
QN: 603/1979/3
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WJEC Level 3 Advanced GCE in Government and Politics
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by WJEC. Classified as a GCE A Level. Total guided learning hours: 360 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
WJEC
Syllabus Units
4 Units
Guided Hours
360 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Government and Politics of the UK
Democracy and Participation
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the nature of democracy in the UK
- Evaluate the effectiveness of electoral systems
- Discuss the role of pressure groups and social movements
2
Government and Politics of the UK
Devolution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the structure and powers of devolved bodies in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland
- Analyse the impact of devolution on the UK political system
- Evaluate debates on further devolution and independence
3
Government and Politics of the UK
Parliament
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the structure and functions of the House of Commons and House of Lords
- Analyse the legislative process
- Evaluate the effectiveness of Parliament in scrutinising the executive
4
Government and Politics of the UK
The Constitution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the nature and sources of the UK constitution
- Analyse the key principles of the UK constitution
- Evaluate debates on constitutional reform
5
Government and Politics of the UK
The Judiciary
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the structure and role of the UK judiciary
- Analyse the concept of judicial independence
- Evaluate the impact of the Human Rights Act 1998
6
Government and Politics of the UK
The Prime Minister and Cabinet
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the powers and roles of the Prime Minister
- Analyse the relationship between the Prime Minister and Cabinet
- Evaluate the concept of presidentialism in UK government
7
Government and Politics of the USA
Congress
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the structure and functions of the House of Representatives and Senate
- Analyse the legislative process and the role of committees
- Evaluate the effectiveness of Congress in representation and oversight
8
Government and Politics of the USA
Democracy and Participation in the USA
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Analyse the nature of democracy in the USA
- Evaluate the role of political parties and interest groups
- Discuss the impact of campaign finance and media
9
Government and Politics of the USA
Verified
10
Government and Politics of the USA
The Presidency
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the formal and informal powers of the President
- Analyse the relationship between the President and Congress
- Evaluate the role of the President in foreign policy
11
Government and Politics of the USA
The Supreme Court
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Describe the structure and role of the US Supreme Court
- Analyse the process of judicial review
- Evaluate the impact of landmark Supreme Court cases
12
Government and Politics of the USA
The US Constitution
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the key features of the US Constitution
- Analyse the principles of federalism and separation of powers
- Evaluate the amendment process and its significance
13
Government in Wales and the United Kingdom
Verified
14
Living and Participating in a Democracy
Verified
15
Political Concepts and Theories
Verified
16
Political Ideas
Anarchism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the core ideas of anarchism
- Analyse the different strands of anarchism (collectivist, individualist, anarcho-capitalism)
- Evaluate the viability of anarchist ideas in practice
17
Political Ideas
Conservatism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the core ideas of conservatism
- Analyse the different strands of conservatism (traditional, one nation, New Right)
- Evaluate the impact of conservative ideas on political systems
18
Political Ideas
Feminism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the core ideas of feminism
- Analyse the different strands of feminism (liberal, radical, socialist, post-modern)
- Evaluate the impact of feminist ideas on political systems
19
Political Ideas
Liberalism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the core ideas of liberalism
- Analyse the different strands of liberalism (classical and modern)
- Evaluate the impact of liberal ideas on political systems
20
Political Ideas
Nationalism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the core ideas of nationalism
- Analyse the different strands of nationalism (liberal, conservative, expansionist, anti-colonial)
- Evaluate the impact of nationalist ideas on political systems
21
Political Ideas
Socialism
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the core ideas of socialism
- Analyse the different strands of socialism (revolutionary, social democratic, Third Way)
- Evaluate the impact of socialist ideas on political systems
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/1979/3
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- WJEC
- Qualification Type
- GCE A Level
- Operational Start
- Sept 2017