SOCIOLOGY

Course summary

More than once on this course, you will find yourself asking, “Why has society developed like this with poverty, ignorance, crime and injustice?” This A-level will help you find the answer. Why study it? Studying sociology offer insights into the 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. This subject is for you if… • You are someone who takes an interest in societal issues. • You are looking for a career where you can make a difference. • You are interested in the social sciences and can research phenomena independently Where can it lead you? A-level Sociology students will typically go on to study sociology, psychology, English, business studies, law and teaching. Sociology is a great choice of subject for people who want a career in social work, nursing or medicine. The subject is also useful in a number of other careers, like marketing, advertising, PR, journalism, law or teaching.