A Level Sociology

Course Summary

Ever wondered how we developed into the society we are today? How the way you see yourself determines the way people identify you? Whether men or women are more likely to commit a crime? A-level Sociology will help you to make sense of the society we live in and understand the cultural and identity issues which affect us all. You will learn a number of skills including: the use of evidence to support your arguments, how to investigate facts, and critical thinking. It is relevant to the society you live in so you are bound to enjoy learning about topics that are relevant to everyday life; plus it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers.

The activities you will be engaged in will be

Independent research

Group work

Applying theory to our current society.

Analysing theory and sociological research.

Carrying out your own Sociological research.

Course Details

Year 12

Education

Families and Households

Theory and methods

Year 13

Mass Media

Crime and Deviance

Theory and methods

How will it be delivered and assessed?

Paper one: Education with Theory and Methods

2 hour exam

Education

Theory

Research Methods

Paper two: Topics in Sociology

2 hour exam

Families and Households

Media

Paper three: Crime and deviance with Theory and Methods

2 hour exam

Crime and deviance

Theory

Research Methods

Entry requirements

Five CGSE's grade 4 or above, including grade 5 in English language.

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