• Five GCSEs at grade C or above (may include one relevant equivalent) to include English Language/First Language Welsh and Mathematics/Numeracy
• English Language/Literature/First Language Welsh grade B
• Please check the AS Level Options Grid to see if this subject fits into your chosen programme
• Each application is considered on individual merit
• Entry is subject to attending a course information session or informal interview

• Successful completion of relevant programme (including skills) and decision from progression board meeting

As part of the course you will develop knowledge and understanding of contemporary political structures and issues within Wales and the United Kingdom (UK) alongside broader global political structures and issues. You will also gain an awareness of the changing nature of politics and the relationships between political ideas, institutions and processes.

Units to be studied will include:

• Government in Wales and the United Kingdom – an introduction to how Wales and the UK is governed today
• Living and participating in a democracy – an introduction to the concept of active citizenship; the rights and responsibilities of citizens, some of the ways in which citizens can participate in a democracy and the importance of citizen engagement
• Political concepts and theories – involves the study of political theories and their application
• Government and politics of the USA – introduces learners to the government and politics of the USA through an examination of three related themes: democracy in America, governance and participation

You may need to study an additional skills course depending on:

• the course you are taking at College
• what grades you gained in your GCSE Maths and/or English Language

Click below to find out what skills course you may be taking at College

• Written examination

This course can lead to a diverse range of career opportunities in a varied range of businesses including: Civil Service Fast Streamer, Government social research officer, Policy officer, Political risk analyst, Politician’s assistant, Public affairs consultant, Social researcher, Business development manager, Charity officer, Detective, Diplomatic service officer, Forensic accountant, Human resources officer, Local government officer, Market researcher, Marketing executive, Newspaper journalist, Public relations officer, Stockbroker.

• Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
• Text books - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course, most text books are available to loan from the college library or online libraries
• You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page

Any costs above are approximate and may change.

• No tuition fee
• We are waiving the Administration Fee for the academic year 2023/24
• You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page

Any costs above are approximate and may change.