Sociology A Level

Board: AQA

To study Sociology, you need to have six grade 4's or above at GCSE.

Sociology is the study of society — how people live, interact, and shape the world around them. It’s a dynamic social science that explores everything from families and education to crime and identity. If you’ve ever wondered why people behave the way they do, or how society influences our choices, then Sociology is for you.

• You’ll explore real-life issues that affect you and the world you live in.
• It’s perfect for students who are curious about human behaviour, social justice, and how society works.
• No prior knowledge of Sociology is needed — we start from the basics and build up your understanding.
• You’ll quickly get used to the subject’s unique language and way of thinking.

The course is split into four key areas:

• Culture and Identity – What shapes who we are?
• Education – How does school reinforce or challenge inequality?
• Stratification and Differentiation – Who holds power in society, and why?
• Crime and Deviance – What makes something criminal, and who decides?

You’ll also learn about sociological theories and research methods — the tools sociologists use to investigate society.

Most areas of work will accept Sociology as a good traditional subject that is relevant to the outside world. Areas include Health and social welfare work, teaching, media and journalism, Business, Police/legal work, Politics, the Prison service and Tourism.

At the end of Year 13, you’ll sit three exams, each worth 33.3% of your final grade. There’s no coursework.

For more information about the course, please see Mr MacDonald