Sociology
Lead: Mrs Unadkat
Email: vbackory.310@parkhighstanmore.org.uk
Subject overview
A Level Sociology offers an engaging and effective introduction to Sociology. Students will learn the fundamentals of the subject and develop skills valued by higher education (HE) and employers, including critical analysis, independent thinking and research.
Sociology will look more in-depth to the following questions:
- Are we products of nature or nurture?
- How does the hidden hand ofsociety influence our behaviour?
- Is there such a thing as free will?
- Is the education system fair?
- What is the function of the family in modern society?
- Is the education system fair?
- Are criminals born or made?
- Why are women paid less than men?
- Is religion disappearing or changing?
- What is the role of the media in society?
“Sociology has given me a wider understanding of the world around me, where I am able to question what is wrong with parts of society and investigate how we could fix them.” – Student
Exam Board: : AQA
Course Specification: : 7192
Qualification obtained: AQA Advanced Level GCE in Sociology
Entry requirements:
Students must achieve at least six 9-4 grades including English Language and Mathematics at GCSE.
Grade 5 in English Language
What you will study
Sociology A level is split into three components which are taught over the course Year 12 & 13, each component is equally weighted with subtopics within each.
Year 12
Topics covered:
Component 1: Education with Theory and Method
- Sociology of education
- Methods in context
- Theory and methods
Component 2: Topics in Sociology
- Families and Households
Component 3: Crime & Deviance with Theory and Methods
- Theory and method
Year 13
Topics covered:
Component 2: Topics in Sociology
- Beliefs in society
Component 3: Crime & Deviance with Theory and Methods
- Crime and Deviance
- Theory and method
- Exam preparation
Assessment
Assessment percentage:
100% Exam
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Assessment | Weight |
| 01 | Education with Theory and Method | Written Examination: 96 marks, 2hr | 33.33% |
| 02 | Topics in Sociology | Written Examination: 96 marks, 2hr | 33.33% |
| 03 | Crime & Deviance with Theory and Methods | Written Examination: 96 marks, 2hr | 33.33% |
Progression routes
Studying sociology at university can give you a whole host of exciting career options, including: Social work, Human resources, Advertising, Policing, Marketing, Journalism, Law, Teaching and many more.
According to bestcourse4me.com, the top six-degree courses taken by students who have an A-level in sociology are Sociology, Psychology, English studies, Business studies, Law and Teaching
Additional Information
Course specific equipment:
- Lever Arch Folders
- Paper
Essential Reading Material:
AQA A Level Sociology: Book One. Webb et al. Paperback ISBN: 9780954007911
AQA A Level Sociology Book 2. Webb et al. Paperback ISBN: 9780954007928
Recommended resources:
Websites:
https://www.tutor2u.net/sociology
https://hecticteachersalevelsociologysite.wordpress.com/
Novels:
Sociology Review – Phillip Allan.
Enrichment:
Trips and speakers.