A Level Sociology will develop your ability to critically analyse the world around us and understand how and why social issues like inequality happen. The core of our course focuses upon developing an understanding of the ideas and concepts of different sociological theories to understanding the nature of society, how it changes, and how it shapes our life chances. These theories vary greatly in their approaches to understanding society. You will develop skills to critically compare and evaluate them in reference to contemporary materials. There is an emphasis upon the ways in which sociologists test these theories through using research methods. Sociology encourages you to develop a critical understanding of your work and the world around you.
A minimum of five GCSE subjects at grade 4 or above. We have highlighted the need for a good grade in English because of the essay based assessment and the use of complex terminology. It is also important to have done well in another Humanities subject (typically History, Geography, Religious Studies or even Sociology) because of some of the similarities in content and skills required.
Assessment is entirely by examination, although individual research is encouraged during the course. Knowledge of sociological research methods is integrated into these units.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Tuesley Lane, Godalming, GU7 1RS |
A Level Sociology will develop your ability to critically analyse the world around us and understand how and why social issues like inequality happen. The core of our course focuses upon developing an understanding of the ideas and concepts of different sociological theories to understanding the nature of society, how it changes, and how it shapes our life chances. These theories vary greatly in their approaches to understanding society. You will develop skills to critically compare and evaluate them in reference to contemporary materials. There is an emphasis upon the ways in which sociologists test these theories through using research methods. Sociology encourages you to develop a critical understanding of your work and the world around you.
A minimum of five GCSE subjects at grade 4 or above. We have highlighted the need for a good grade in English because of the essay based assessment and the use of complex terminology. It is also important to have done well in another Humanities subject (typically History, Geography, Religious Studies or even Sociology) because of some of the similarities in content and skills required.
Assessment is entirely by examination, although individual research is encouraged during the course. Knowledge of sociological research methods is integrated into these units.