CCEA qualifications in Government and Politics are available at GCSE and GCE.

Few subjects are as relevant to our everyday lives as Government and Politics. It is a stimulating and rewarding subject, suitable for anyone interested in people, power and fairness in society.

Studying Government and Politics gives students a real insight into the world they live in. Students learn how the political decisions that affect our lives are made and who has the power and authority to make them. They also develop analytical and evaluation skills as they debate topical and controversial issues, study different ideological viewpoints and form their own political opinions. These skills are invaluable in many jobs. The ability to analyse and then prioritise information is vital to decision making. This wide and varied skillset helps students to keep their career options open.