CCC Neale-Wade 6th Form Prospectus - Flipbook - Page 21
SOCIOLOGY
A LEVEL
Sociology is the study of the individual and society, with a
focus on interactions within the local and global community.
A level sociology will enable you to develop analytical skills,
as well as encouraging you to tackle questions faced in our
formative years and adult years.
Sociology aims to explain some of the problems we have in society,
such as: why males are less likely to be given custody, why certain
ethnicities do better than others each year in school, what the real
purpose of having religion is and why do radical sects develop, and
why official statistics suggest that black working class males are the
most likely to be criminal.
Studying a sociology A level, leads to a wide range of
humanities-based degrees, as well as providing a pathway to
more vocational degrees, such as business management, film,
media, and journalism.
Course-specific entry requirements
You will need GCSE grade 6 in English.
Examination Board
AQA
Topics covered include:
u Families and households
u Education
u Research methods
u Beliefs in society
u Crime and deviance
u Sociological theory
“
I’ve grown so much in
sixth form, not just
academically but as a person.
The independence we’re
given has helped me become
more self-disciplined and confident.
It’s a great stepping stone
between school and university,
and I feel more prepared for
the future every day.
“
Harry
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