A-level Sociology offers students the opportunity to develop the essential knowledge and understanding of central aspects of sociological thought and methods. It is designed to encourage students to demonstrate the application of a range of skills and consider the integration of sociological themes: • socialization, culture, and identity • social differentiation, power, and stratification. The core units in year one examine patterns in the family and also the education system. During year two we delve into the media and crime and deviance. We will examine patterns of inequality within society, consider the impact of ownership and control, and question the usefulness of social policies in creating a fair and meritocratic society.