Sociology
A-level Sociology will develop your critical and research skills, which are valuable for higher education and beyond.
A-level Sociology will develop your critical and research skills, which are valuable for higher education and beyond.
To study this subject you will need at least a Grade 6 in GCSE English.
You should have an interest in social issues and be willing to participate in group discussions.
What will you learn?
In A-Level Sociology, you will investigate how society is structured, exploring issues such as identity, inequality, and social change.
Course Components
You will explore how the education system shapes individuals and society, while applying sociological research methods to real educational contexts.
You will develop an understanding of how sociologists investigate society, learning to evaluate different research methods and apply them to a range of contemporary social issues.
You will examine patterns of crime and deviance in society, using sociological theories and research methods to understand their causes and impacts.
Skills you will develop
Social Analysis
Understanding how society, culture, and institutions influence behaviour.
Research Methods
Exploring how sociologists collect and interpret social data.
Critical Thinking
evaluating sociological theories and perspectives.
Essay Writing
Developing well-structured arguments supported by evidence.
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How will you be assessed?
AQAAS / A-Level
Paper One
1hr 30min / 2hr 50% / 33% of gradeEducation with Methods in Context: Education, Research Methods in context.
AS / A-Level
Paper Two
1hr 30min / 2hr 50% / 33% of gradeResearch Methods and Topics in Sociology: Research Methods, Families and Households
A-Level
Paper Three
2hr 33% of gradeCrime and Deviance with Theory and Methods: Crime and Deviance, Sociological Theory and Methods
Who will teach you?
Mr M Wiggins
Head of RS & Sociology
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