A Level Sociology

Course summary

Sociology is the study of society and of people and their behaviour. A level Sociology will help students to make sense of the society we live in and understand the cultural identity issues which affect us all. We are all members of social groups (class, age, gender and ethnicity) and in Sociology, we look at how belonging to different social groups affects our life chances. Students will learn a number of skills including the use of evidence to support arguments, how to investigate facts, and critical thinking. Many topics are relevant to today’s society and the world we live in, keeping learning engaging and enjoyable. During Year 12, students will study topics including, Families and Households and Education, as well as investigating the research methods which Sociologists use. In Year 13, students will study topics including, Crime and Deviance and Global Development. In addition, students will learn about Sociological Theory and enhance their understanding of research methods. Students are invited to attend Film nights, take a visit to Parliament, the Magistrates Court and experience Sociology conferences. Career Pathways – Human Resources – Police and Social Work – Nursing – Journalism – Probation Work – Teaching and Education