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WHY STUDY THIS SUBJECT?

A level Sociology examines social behaviour from a variety of perspectives: How it originates and develops, and the ways in which people are organised into groups according to distinctions such as class, gender and race.

A level Sociology looks at the institutions and forces which shape and are shaped by groups within a society, such as the media, religion and education.

Sociology will help you think about society in a new and critical light, questioning the status quo and to develop an understanding of the issues that affect the society we live in.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You will require a Grade 5 or higher in GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics, and at least a Grade 5 in an essay-based subject.

SYLLABUS

YEAR 12

  • Families and Households
  • Education
  • Research Methods and Methods in Context

YEAR 13

  • Crime and Deviance
  • The Media
  • Theory and Methods

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED AND EXAMINED?

There will be internal examinations at the end of Year 12 and there will be three,
2 hour long final examinations at the end of Year 13.

These exams are made up of short answer questions and long essay questions.

FUTURE COURSES AND POSSIBLE CAREERS

Studying Sociology opens up a range of careers in areas such as welfare, education, social research and local and central government, as well as preparing students well for a range of subjects at university.

Sociology compliments other subjects which require an analytical approach as well as transferable skills which are valued by universities and employers.

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