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Sociology (AQA)
Head of Department:
Mr K Rich
Teaching Staff:
Mr K Rich
Miss S Hollis
Overview
Sociology is the study of society on a number of different levels.
It is an area of study that will help students understand the real
nature of the social world in which they live. The course covers
a range of relevant topics with an emphasis on contemporary
society, ranging from youth culture to the exploration of
inequalities in society. Whilst there is a strong emphasis on
many traditional topics in Sociology that continue to be
relevant, there is also a range of topics which are the latest and
most exciting developments in the discipline.
Course Content
Paper 1 – Education with
Theory and Methods
(2 hour written exam)
Paper 2 – Families
and Households and
Stratification and
Differentiation
(2 hour written exam)
Paper 3 – Crime and
Deviance with Theory
and Methods
(2 hour written exam)
Expectations
This A Level course requires
students to, first and
foremost, have an interest
in the world around them
and how society impacts
our lives. You should have
an interest and curiosity
in people and culture,
being self-motivated to
read around the subject to
develop a critical awareness
of the key concepts of
education, crime and
families. A sound ability to
construct an argument,
debate topical issues
and structure an essay
in a logical fashion are
recommended skills for this
A Level course.
Future Pathway
A Level Sociology is very
good preparation for
university, where strong
essay writing skills are very
important. Universities
recognise that Sociology A
Level provides students with
a very good foundation in
social, political and policy
knowledge. Sociology is
regarded as a demanding
and rigorous A Level which
combines well with any
other combination of
subjects. Sociology students
go on to a wide range of
jobs in policing, research,
teaching, medicine, politics
and civil service as well as
taking jobs in the service
sector. Graduates of
sociology have higher levels
of employment than many
other subjects.
Key Skills
Studying Sociology will
definitely help develop your
essay skills, allowing you
to discuss different views
on social issues in a critical
and evaluative way. Being
able to draw on a range
of perspectives, evidence
and contemporary issues
is excellent preparation for
university and employment.
Sociology provides a strong
understanding of social and
political issues, past and
present.
Recommended Entry
Requirements
Grade 5 at GCSE English
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