Sociology

Course summary

Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Sociological concepts, theories and research methods. Apply sociological knowledge to contemporary society in the United Kingdom and globally. In addition the ability to analyse, interpret and evaluate theories in relation the infrastructures in society Paper 1: Education with Theory and Methods Paper 2: Topics in Sociology (Families and households and Media) Paper 3: Crime deviance with Theory and Methods Sociology is the study of societies and human interaction within them. Sociologists try to explain what holds society together, the causes of social problems, and the reasons behind social continuity, trends and social change. You will study a diverse and controversial range of topics, ranging from why crime occurs, what British families are like today and why, the impact of media on your conceptions of “normality”, race, gender, class and age and the impact of education and shaping your place in society.