Sociology

Course summary

What is Sociology? Sociology is the study of society, the ‘social world’. Sociology looks beyond the day to day and asks: why does society function as it does and for whose benefit? Sociology attracts students who are interested in developing a deeper understanding of contemporary society and the rapidly changing world around them. It can help develop important skills, such as analytical thinking, communication skills and independent enquiry. Where can Sociology lead me? Sociology combines well with many subjects, but especially Psychology, Law, Geography and History. Jobs related to Sociology include: guidance counsellors, civil servants, Police officers, social workers, youth worker and family support workers. Structure of the Course At Glyn School we study the AQA specification, available at www.aqa.org.uk Module 1: Research Methods and Education A critical analysis of the education system and how to conduct research in society. Module 2: Families and Mass Media Two agencies that affect, control and construct our identity and lives. Module 3: The Sociology of Crime and Sociological Theory A social problem of crime and its implications in society. How to study society. All modules are examined in Year 13 and are 33% of the total grade. There is no coursework element.