A-Level Sociology
Barr Beacon School - Walsall
01213666600
Old Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF
Course summary

OVERVIEW Have you ever wondered ‘Why are we fixated with celebrities?’, ‘What makes someone a criminal?’, ‘Does social class matter anymore?’ or ‘What makes people behave like that?’. Sociology looks at how we experience life and how sociological research can help inform new sociological policies that can be implemented in society today. It is the scientific study of human social behaviour and its origins, development and structure. We look at how human beings flourish in a society and how society is organised. At A level you will study a wide range of topics including education, the family, research methods, crime and deviance and beliefs in society.

Entry requirements

COURSE REQUIREMENTS A minimum of a Grade 5 in Sociology (if previously studied).

How you'll be assessed

ASSESSMENT Paper 1 Education and Research Methods (33.3%) Paper 2 Family and Beliefs (33.3%) Paper 3 Crime and Deviance and Research Methods (33.3%)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWalsall
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressOld Hall Lane, Aldridge, Walsall, WS9 0RF