Sociology A Level

Sociology is the study of social life, human behaviour patterns and interactions. It provides us with better understanding and reasoning for societal differences.



Families and households: The relationship of the family is explored in detail, as well as looking at changing roles of men, women and children in modern society. Global changes are also examined.



Education: The role of the education system, differential achievement based on class, gender and ethnicity. Relationships between students and teachers, labelling and the hidden curriculum.



Crime and deviance: You will explore explanations of crime, deviance, social order and social control. Examine globalisation and crime as well as different impacts of age, gender, class and ethnicity.



Beliefs: Examine ideology, science, NRMS and NAM as well as relationships of different social groups.



Research methods: You will examine a wide range of research methods and carry out practical research.

Full-time for two academic years.

Through a combination of written exams and practical assessments.

A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-5 including English and Maths. 2 GCSE subjects graded 9-6 (one in an essay-based subject).

You may progress to study at university (Russell group) for a degree in a related subject.

As part of your Academic Development Day you'll go on trips, including a moot courtroom where you'll take part in a mock trial, and hear guest talks from academics and those who work in Law and Sociology.

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