Students will study the following two core themes: Socialisation, culture and identity social differentiation, power and stratification. The themes are taught through the three exam units: • Education with Theory and Methods • Topics in Sociology (Family and Beliefs) • Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods Studying takes place in large mixed-ability groups with an emphasis on student-centered learning. Students are expected to take an active part in lessons – this involves presentations and debates that will enable students to critically reflect on their own values. Sociology is made up of substantial factual information which ranges from research studies and concepts to theory and methodologies. Students are expected to revise and learn these and employ them effectively to master exam techniques and extended essay writing. Students are also expected to keep up to date with contemporary issues not only in the UK but also in the globalized world we live in today.
Six GCSEs grade 9–4 including English Language (must include at least two GCSEs at 5 or above for A-Level courses). A minimum of grade 5 in GCSE English Language is required.
The A-level consists of three exams taken at the end of the second year which will combine elements of your learning from the full two-year course. There is no assessment by coursework. The exams are largely made up of extended essays.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RJ |
Students will study the following two core themes: Socialisation, culture and identity social differentiation, power and stratification. The themes are taught through the three exam units: • Education with Theory and Methods • Topics in Sociology (Family and Beliefs) • Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods Studying takes place in large mixed-ability groups with an emphasis on student-centered learning. Students are expected to take an active part in lessons – this involves presentations and debates that will enable students to critically reflect on their own values. Sociology is made up of substantial factual information which ranges from research studies and concepts to theory and methodologies. Students are expected to revise and learn these and employ them effectively to master exam techniques and extended essay writing. Students are also expected to keep up to date with contemporary issues not only in the UK but also in the globalized world we live in today.
Six GCSEs grade 9–4 including English Language (must include at least two GCSEs at 5 or above for A-Level courses). A minimum of grade 5 in GCSE English Language is required.
The A-level consists of three exams taken at the end of the second year which will combine elements of your learning from the full two-year course. There is no assessment by coursework. The exams are largely made up of extended essays.