A Level Sociology

Course summary

Why should I study it? Sociology is an appropriate course for anyone who takes a keen interest in social, political and current affairs. It is an invaluable qualification for people who wants to become an expert in a sociological field e.g. Social Research, Social Policy, Social Work. Universities alongside career in fields such as Government and Politics, International Relations, Criminology, Policing, Civil Service, Social Services and public services expect students to have updated knowledge and understanding of events that shape the world which the Sociology course provides. Course Content Year 12 teaching units  Education  Families and Households  Research Methods  Sociological Theory Year 13 teaching units  Religion and Society  Crime and Deviance  Revision Career possibilities Sociologists work in a wide range of careers and such diverse fields as social work, policing, education, health and welfare, personnel management, public relations, marketing, advertising, political research, the media industry, teaching and journalism. More and more employers see sociology as a highly desirable as the subject develops communication and interpersonal and analytical skills as well as tolerance and cross-cultural understanding.