Politics are the "activities or events" of a country's government, especially dealing with debate. For example, "international politics" is when countries get together to talk about issues. Policy is the "guidelines or principles" of a country's government. (They can also be used in describing businesses or individuals.) For example, "international policy" is the principles that a country uses in dealing with other countries. Education policy is correct. Guidelines related to education. Politics of education or Politics in education are correct and mean the same. Debating and discussing education. Political education is correct. Learning about politics.