Sociology
The Maplesden Noakes School - Kent
01622759036
Buckland Road, Maidstone, ME16 0TJ
Course summary

Sociology enables us to understand the structure and dynamics of society and its intricate connections to patterns of human behavior and individual life changes. It examines how the forms of social structures, groups, organizations, communities, social categories (e.g. class, sex, race), and various social institutions affect human attitudes, actions, and opportunities. The discipline also explores how both individuals and collectives construct, maintain, and alter social organization in various ways. Sociology asks about the sources and consequences of change in social arrangements and institutions, and about the satisfactions and difficulties of planning, accomplishing, and adapting to such change. Areas studied in examining social dynamics include The Family, Education, Crime and Deviance, and Beliefs in Society. Studying Sociology at GCSE is not necessary for progression to A-Level. Content Paper 1: Education with theory and methods Paper 2: Topics in Sociology: Family and Households and Media Paper 3: Crime and deviance with theory and methods We study the AQA Specification and further information can be obtained from the AQA website.

Entry requirements

Minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above including Maths and English. Grade 5-9 in GCSE English Literature or Language and grade 5-9 in GCSE Sociology (if taken).

How you'll be assessed

100% Exam. 3 x 2-hour papers, each worth 80 marks. All exams are taken at the end of Year 13. There is no coursework.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityKent
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBuckland Road, Maidstone, ME16 0TJ