Sociology
West Coventry Academy - Coventry
02476426200
Tile Hill Lane, Coventry, CV4 9PW
Course summary

Sociology is all about human behaviour; it looks at how society works and how the various parts of society relate to each other. Core features of the course include the different views sociologists have about the subject, the disagreements surrounding the nature of society and the various ways researchers learn about the social world. Studying Sociology at A Level will help you to gain the essential knowledge and understanding of central aspects of sociological thought and methods. You will consider the integration of sociological themes: • Socialisation, Culture and Identity • Social differentiation, Power and Stratification. Over the course of 2 years, we will cover the following topics: • Research Methods with Families and Households • Education and Methods in Context • Beliefs in Society • Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods

Entry requirements

Both internal and external pupils wishing to enter the sixth form will be expected to have met the same minimum academic entry requirements for the sixth form. This is a minimum of 3 GCSE grade 4s and grade 4 in English AND Maths. Please note, that we may adjust our offer each year. Check the school's website for up-to-date courses. This course additionally requires grade 5 in English Language.

How you'll be assessed

100% Examination

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityCoventry
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressTile Hill Lane, Coventry, CV4 9PW