Students study one theme of socialization, culture and identity and a second theme of social differentiation, power and stratification. The themes are applied to particular substantive areas of Sociology. These themes are interpreted broadly as threads running through many areas of social life and should not therefore be regarded as discrete topics. In addition, students understand the significance of conflict and consensus, social structure and social action, and the role of values. Year 12 • Education • Research methods • Families and households Year 13 • Crime and deviance • Theory and methods • Beliefs in society How will I be taught? Students will be taught through the following ways. The first will be through discovering the content through exploring real world examples by utilizing different forms of media such as documentaries and journal articles. Students will take part it in group work presentations and debates where they will be able to apply their sociological knowledge. The second way will be using their pre-reading booklets to discover the relevant sociological theories and case studies in relation to a specific area of society. Finally students will then analyze and evaluate their knowledge by attempting exam questions and essays which they will be supported with by being given a comprehensive structure. What degree courses does this lead to? Sociology provides an excellent starting point for any social science degree from Economics, Psychology, and Politics to Criminology and Philosophy. It can also supplement STEM subjects to provide students with essay writing and critical thinking skills which are required at university What career opportunities does this open up? After studying Sociology students can go on to becoming Education Policy Researchers, working for the Government in the Civil Service, the Criminal Justice System, Health Care System and not-for-profit organizations such as Charities.
GCSE English Language grade 5 and Maths grade 5. Grade 6 in Sociology if taken or in a Humanities subject.
Paper 1 Education and Theory: 2 hours written paper (worth 33.3% of the A Level) Paper 2 Topics in Sociology: 2 hours written paper (worth 33.3% of the A Level) Paper 3 Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods: 2 hours written paper (worth 33.3% of the A Level)
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Bromley |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Manor Way, Beckenham, BR3 3SJ |
Students study one theme of socialization, culture and identity and a second theme of social differentiation, power and stratification. The themes are applied to particular substantive areas of Sociology. These themes are interpreted broadly as threads running through many areas of social life and should not therefore be regarded as discrete topics. In addition, students understand the significance of conflict and consensus, social structure and social action, and the role of values. Year 12 • Education • Research methods • Families and households Year 13 • Crime and deviance • Theory and methods • Beliefs in society How will I be taught? Students will be taught through the following ways. The first will be through discovering the content through exploring real world examples by utilizing different forms of media such as documentaries and journal articles. Students will take part it in group work presentations and debates where they will be able to apply their sociological knowledge. The second way will be using their pre-reading booklets to discover the relevant sociological theories and case studies in relation to a specific area of society. Finally students will then analyze and evaluate their knowledge by attempting exam questions and essays which they will be supported with by being given a comprehensive structure. What degree courses does this lead to? Sociology provides an excellent starting point for any social science degree from Economics, Psychology, and Politics to Criminology and Philosophy. It can also supplement STEM subjects to provide students with essay writing and critical thinking skills which are required at university What career opportunities does this open up? After studying Sociology students can go on to becoming Education Policy Researchers, working for the Government in the Civil Service, the Criminal Justice System, Health Care System and not-for-profit organizations such as Charities.
GCSE English Language grade 5 and Maths grade 5. Grade 6 in Sociology if taken or in a Humanities subject.
Paper 1 Education and Theory: 2 hours written paper (worth 33.3% of the A Level) Paper 2 Topics in Sociology: 2 hours written paper (worth 33.3% of the A Level) Paper 3 Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods: 2 hours written paper (worth 33.3% of the A Level)
