Useful Information
Sociology is a wide-ranging subject that aims to explain human behavior by examining how individuals’ life chances are influenced by their wealth, gender, and ethnicity. Students will discover interesting facts about modern Britain and the broader world, as well as encounter radical views on social issues. Modules include Families and Households, Education, Global Development, and Crime and Deviance. The study of Research Methods is integrated throughout the course.
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Course Overview
Students will find Sociology enjoyable if they have a genuine interest in understanding how society functions, the causes of social problems, and potential solutions. The course aims to cultivate a sense of social responsibility, emphasizing how broader societal and global issues impact our relationships with others. Students should enjoy sharing ideas, have strong written communication skills, and the ability to think and work independently. A Level Sociology consists of eight elements taught over two academic years:
- Families and Households
- Research Methods
- Education
- Research Methods in the context of Education
- Education with Theory and Methods
- Beliefs in Society
- Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods
A Level Sociology will be assessed by three exam papers, all at the end of the second academic year, incorporating the two years of study:
- Paper 1: Education with Theory and Methods (2-hour written exam, 80 marks, 33.3% of A Level)
- Paper 2: Topics in Sociology – Families and Households and Beliefs in Society (2-hour written exam, 80 marks, 33.3% of A Level)
- Paper 3: Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods (2-hour written exam, 80 marks, 33.3% of A Level)
The exam board for Sociology is AQA. Assessment will be by three exam papers (each 2 hours in length) at the end of the second academic year.
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Course Highlights
Course-Specific Trips & Visits
Sociology students have the opportunity to take part in a variety of course-related trips. In recent years, these have included:
- A visit to the Newbridge Conference on Crime and Deviance, where ex-offenders and criminal justice professionals speak about their experiences of crime
- A visit to the annual Women of the World Conference, providing the chance to engage with leading feminist thinkers
- Humanities trip to the USA (New York and Washington DC) in October 2019
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
Sociology is a well-respected subject valued by employers. Sociology graduates are highly sought after by many professions, including Business and Management, the Voluntary and Charitable sectors, Teaching, Social Work, The Police Force, Social Research, and International Development. It also prepares students for careers requiring analytical and writing skills. Students interested in Social Sciences may consider related disciplines such as Criminology, International Development, Anthropology, and Social Policy.
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Assessment
Throughout the course, questions such as "How has the family changed?" and "What leads people to commit crimes?" are explored. Students are encouraged to consider different perspectives and work together to assess the most accurate point of view.
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Entry Requirements
Students including A Levels in their program need to have (or expect to achieve) at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language at grade 5. A satisfactory school reference is required. If relevant, the minimum GCSE requirement is a Grade 4 in English Language and Grade 5 in History or English Literature.
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