UK · Subject guide
Politics
A-Level Politics (AQA 7152), against the DfE/Ofqual subject content.
01 · Overview
Politics
A-Level Politics (AQA 7152), against the DfE/Ofqual subject content.
- Subject guide
- A-Levels
- Topics mapped
- 18
02 · Complete topic map
Complete topic map
Every topic recorded for this subject in the curriculum is reproduced below in its full hierarchy. The descriptions reflect the mapped scope without implying additional exam rules.
- 01
The British Constitution
Examines the nature and sources of the UK's uncodified constitution and the debates over its development and reform.
- 02
Parliament
Covers the structure, functions and powers of the Commons and Lords and how Parliament holds government to account and makes law.
- 03
The Prime Minister and Cabinet
Studies the role, powers and relationships of the PM and Cabinet and the factors shaping prime ministerial dominance.
- 04
The UK Judiciary
Looks at the role and independence of the senior judiciary and its influence on government, rights and the rule of law.
- 05
Devolution
Explores the transfer of powers to Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and its impact on the UK's territorial governance.
- 06
Democracy and Participation in the UK
Assesses forms of democracy, levels of participation, rights protection and debates about a participation crisis.
- 07
Elections and Referendums
Analyses UK electoral systems, the effects of different systems and the use and impact of referendums.
- 08
UK Political Parties
Examines the origins, ideas, policies and funding of the main and minor parties within the UK party system.
- 09
Pressure Groups and Other Influences
Studies how pressure groups, lobbyists and other organisations seek to influence UK political decision-making.
- 10
The UK and the European Union
Considers the aims of the EU, its impact on UK politics and sovereignty, and the consequences of withdrawal.
- 11
The US Constitution and Federalism
Covers the framework of the US Constitution, separation of powers, checks and balances and the federal system.
- 12
US Congress
Examines the structure, powers and effectiveness of the House and Senate in representation, legislation and oversight.
- 13
The US Presidency
Analyses the formal and informal powers of the President and the constraints on the executive branch.
- 14
The US Supreme Court and Civil Rights
Studies the Supreme Court, judicial review, landmark rulings and the protection of civil liberties and rights.
- 15
US Democracy, Parties and Pressure Groups
Explores US elections, the electoral college, the two main parties, factions and the role of pressure groups.
- 16
Comparative Politics: UK and USA
Compares the two systems' constitutions, branches, electoral and party systems, pressure groups and rights using comparative approaches.
- 17
Core Political Ideas
Studies the core ideologies of liberalism, conservatism and socialism, including their key thinkers and internal traditions.
- 18
An Optional Political Idea
Covers one further ideology chosen from nationalism, feminism, multiculturalism, anarchism or ecologism and its key thinkers.
03 · Where this subject applies
Where this subject applies
These pathways and regions are explicitly connected to the subject in the curriculum.
Pathways and specifications
AS-Level
Advanced Subsidiary — the first year of A-Level study (standalone or first half of the full A-Level).
A-Level (A2)
The full Advanced Level — AS content plus the second-year A2 content.
Nations and regions
All registered regions
04 · Official sources
Official sources
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Public references
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