Unit Award Scheme

121793 UK PRESSURE GROUPS

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 pressure groups	Student completed work
2	write an essay analysing, evaluating and comparing the arguments in at least two source extracts regarding pressure groups	Student completed work
3	write an essay analysing and evaluating a statement regarding pressure groups	Student completed work
shown knowledge of
4	at least ten key concepts and terminologies relating to pressure groups	Summary sheet
5	the key distinction between, and case studies of, insider and outsider pressure groups	Summary sheet
6	the main influences on government and parliament of think tanks, lobbyists, corporations and the media	Summary sheet
7	the key methods used by pressure groups	Summary sheet
8	the main factors likely to affect the political influence of different groups, eg membership, resources	Summary sheet
9	the key pressure group links with political parties, government and the media	Summary sheet
10	the key link between pressure groups and democracy, in particular pluralism.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 5 August 2024Level - Level Three