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Sociology
Sixth Form
YEARS 12 & 13
Course Title: A level Sociology
Exam Board: AQA
Qualification: A level
ABOUT THE COURSE
Sociology is the study of human social relationships and institutions. Sociology is particularly suited to students who are interested in questioning the things we take for granted in everyday life, for example: why do we organise ourselves into family groups? Studying sociology offers insights into social and cultural issues. It helps you develop a multi-perspective and critical approach to understanding issues around culture, identity, religion, crime, families and social power. A-level Sociology will help you to make sense of the society we live in and understand the cultural and identity issues which affect us all.
OVERVIEW OF CONTENT
Students must study the following two core themes:
- Socialisation, Culture and Identity
- Social Differentiation, Power and Stratification.
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Paper 1: Education with Theory and Methods 33.3% |
Paper 2: Topics in Sociology
33.3% |
Paper 3: Crime and Deviance with Theory & Methods 33.3% |
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2 hour exam 80 marks Education Methods in Context Theory and Methods |
2 hour exam 80 marks Families and Households Beliefs in Society |
2 hour exam 80 marks Crime and Deviance Theory and Methods |
You will learn several skills including the use of evidence to support your arguments, how to investigate facts, and critical thinking.
How it is assessed
100% exam
All three exams are taken at the end of year two.
Exam assessment is mostly essay based with some short answer questions.
For further information: https://www.aqa.org.uk/subjects/sociology/as-and-a-level/sociology-7191-7192
