A Level Sociology

Assessment

Year 12 Sociology – Internal exams Paper 1& 2 are assessed by written examination during two 120 minutes tests Questions are structured and include:  short answer questions,  questions based on stimulus material (e.g. research study)  questions requiring extended writing (essays) A-level Sociology – (after two year course) – 3 final exams Paper 1, 2 and 3 skills are assessed during three written examinations. Each test lasts 120 minutes. The exams include structured questions and several essays. There is no coursework. Research Methods are taught practically, throughout the year, to give students a firm grasp of necessary theoretical and practical research skills.