AQA A-Level Politics
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30 study areas
Subject content: Skills1 topic
The nature and sources of the British Constitution1 topic
The structure and role of Parliament1 topic
The Prime Minister and cabinet1 topic
The judiciary1 topic
Devolution1 topic
Democracy and participation1 topic
Elections and referendums1 topic
Political parties2 topics
Pressure groups3 topics
The European Union1 topic
The constitutional framework of US government1 topic
The legislative branch of government: Congress1 topic
The executive branch of government: President1 topic
The judicial branch of government1 topic
The electoral process and direct democracy1 topic
Civil rights1 topic
Constitutional arrangements1 topic
The executives1 topic
The judiciaries1 topic
Electoral and party systems1 topic
Civil Rights1 topic
Liberalism1 topic
Conservatism1 topic
Socialism1 topic
Assessment and exam guidance
What Gets Top Grades
Knowledge & Understanding
Demonstrates comprehensive and accurate knowledge
- Uses correct subject-specific terminology
- Shows detailed understanding of concepts
- Makes accurate connections between topics
- Demonstrates depth beyond surface-level knowledge
Application
Applies knowledge effectively to new contexts
- Selects relevant knowledge for the question
- Adapts understanding to unfamiliar scenarios
- Uses examples appropriately
- Shows awareness of context
Analysis & Evaluation
Develops sophisticated analytical arguments
- Constructs logical chains of reasoning
- Considers multiple perspectives
- Weighs evidence to reach justified conclusions
- Acknowledges limitations and nuances
Key Command Words
Give a single fact or term
Name, select, or recognise
Set out main features briefly
Give an account of what something is like or what happens
Give reasons with developed cause→effect chains
State similarities AND differences (both required)
Examine in detail showing cause→effect→consequence chains
Weigh up BOTH sides, reach JUSTIFIED conclusion
Make judgments about importance with justification
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