Unit Award Scheme

121005 THE UK PARLIAMENT

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	write an essay explaining and analysing three aspects of the UK parliament	Student completed work
2	write an essay analysing, evaluating and comparing the key arguments in source extracts regarding the UK parliament	Student completed work
3	write an essay analysing and evaluating a statement regarding the UK parliament	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
4	at least ten key concepts and terminologies relating to the structure and role of parliament	Summary sheet
experienced
5	taking part in a debate regarding at least three theories of representation, ie Burkean, delegate, mandate	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
6	the key features of parliament’s scrutiny of the executive and how effective this is in practice	Summary sheet
7	the key parliamentary debate and the legislative process in the House of Commons and the House of Lords	Summary sheet
8	the key significance of the work of committees, the role of the opposition and the extent of parliament’s influence on government decisions	Summary sheet
9	the main interactions of parliament and other branches of government.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 14 May 2024Level - Level Three