This course is the follow-up to Part 1, and will continue to explore the systems, ideologies and institutions that shape our world, focusing on real world events and current affairs. You’ll study UK and US political systems and ideologies, government structures, elections, power and participation. On this course, you will gain a deep understanding of how democracy works (or doesn’t) and what influences political change.
The course contains six lessons that follow on from Part 1:
5. Conservatism and Liberalism
6. Socialism and Nationalism
7. U.S. Constitution and Congress
8. The U.S. President and the Supreme Court
9. Democracy and Participation in the U.S.
10. Comparative Approaches
Entry Requirements: Level 2 English, plus Politics A-Level Part 1
Format of Course Materials: Paper-based
Assignments: Six written assignments.
Exams: Three – invigilated, closed book exams (120 minutes each)
Prison Support Requirements: Facilitate tutor support via email. This often requires scanning learner assignments and email them to their tutor. Co-ordinate with NEC to arrange and facilitate exams.
Tutor Support: Yes
What’s Next? Open University Access Module Y032 People, Work and Society
Find Out More: From NEC here
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