Ever wondered how we developed into the society we are today? Or why certain roles are ‘gender-specific’? Sociology helps us to make sense of the society we live in and understand the cultural and identity issues which affect us all. On this course you will learn a number of skills including research and the use of evidence to support your arguments, fact investigation and critical thinking. Sociology is relevant to the society you live in, so you are bound to enjoy learning about topics that are relevant to everyday life; plus, it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers. Modules covered: Education with Theory and Research Methods - In this module we will cover educational reform; education policy linked to globalisation; functions of education; differential achievement by class and gender and ethnicity thinking about the links between sociological research methods via observation; questionnaires and interviews in relation to issues in education. Research Methods - We will explore different methods to collect data; including via observations, questionnaires, interviews, experiments, secondary sources and sampling techniques. We will also consider the practical, theoretical and ethical issues in research. Topics in Sociology - Topics covered will include; family and Households and the sociology of childhood, division of domestic labour, family diversity, functions of the family, demography and pattern of marriage and divorce. Belief and Society - In this module we will look closely at the function of religion, secularisation, religion and social change and religious organisations. Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods - We will explore the functions of crime, crime prevention, punishment, green crime and state crime and the rise of globalisation of crime. Theory - In this topic we will research sociological theories e.g. Marxism, Functionalism and Feminism and discuss via debates topics such as sociology as a science, value freedom and social policy. Throughout the course we will develop a range of research methods including how to collect data via methods such as observations, questionnaires, interviews, experiments, secondary sources and sampling techniques. We will also look at the practical, theoretical and ethical issues in research. The course includes a wide variety of learning experiences such as lectures, one to one tutorials, ICT based tasks, practical work, group work, discussions and debates, use of media e.g. documentaries, and personal research when preparing for assessment.
You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 5 or above including maths and English Language, in subjects relevant to your A Level or A+ Programme subject choices.
Progression to year 2 will be dependent on successful completion of the first year taking into account Internal Progression Examination results and the Key Assessment Profile throughout the first year.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Knutton Lane, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 2GB |
Ever wondered how we developed into the society we are today? Or why certain roles are ‘gender-specific’? Sociology helps us to make sense of the society we live in and understand the cultural and identity issues which affect us all. On this course you will learn a number of skills including research and the use of evidence to support your arguments, fact investigation and critical thinking. Sociology is relevant to the society you live in, so you are bound to enjoy learning about topics that are relevant to everyday life; plus, it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers. Modules covered: Education with Theory and Research Methods - In this module we will cover educational reform; education policy linked to globalisation; functions of education; differential achievement by class and gender and ethnicity thinking about the links between sociological research methods via observation; questionnaires and interviews in relation to issues in education. Research Methods - We will explore different methods to collect data; including via observations, questionnaires, interviews, experiments, secondary sources and sampling techniques. We will also consider the practical, theoretical and ethical issues in research. Topics in Sociology - Topics covered will include; family and Households and the sociology of childhood, division of domestic labour, family diversity, functions of the family, demography and pattern of marriage and divorce. Belief and Society - In this module we will look closely at the function of religion, secularisation, religion and social change and religious organisations. Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods - We will explore the functions of crime, crime prevention, punishment, green crime and state crime and the rise of globalisation of crime. Theory - In this topic we will research sociological theories e.g. Marxism, Functionalism and Feminism and discuss via debates topics such as sociology as a science, value freedom and social policy. Throughout the course we will develop a range of research methods including how to collect data via methods such as observations, questionnaires, interviews, experiments, secondary sources and sampling techniques. We will also look at the practical, theoretical and ethical issues in research. The course includes a wide variety of learning experiences such as lectures, one to one tutorials, ICT based tasks, practical work, group work, discussions and debates, use of media e.g. documentaries, and personal research when preparing for assessment.
You will need a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 5 or above including maths and English Language, in subjects relevant to your A Level or A+ Programme subject choices.
Progression to year 2 will be dependent on successful completion of the first year taking into account Internal Progression Examination results and the Key Assessment Profile throughout the first year.