AS/A2 Sociology

Sociology applies a critical understanding to our everyday social world and its taken-for-granted assumptions. It is concerned with the underlying structures of everyday life. Topics in AS include the nature of family life and the structure of the education system, and A2 has a special focus on crime and deviance. It asks us to look afresh at these areas, and challenges our preconceptions, whatever they are. Is marriage disappearing? Why are some groups disadvantaged within schools? Can we trust crime figures? This course will take your understanding of social life beyond Jeremy Kyle!
ENTRY RECOMMENDATIONS:
Grade C or above in English and a good pass in another humanities subject.
ASSESSMENT:
Written exams- modules taken throughout the course.
PROGRESSION:
As a subject with a special emphasis upon critical thinking, research methodology and contemporary issues, Sociology is a useful entry qualification into many careers, such as journalism, Civil Service, local government, nursing, social work, market research, politics, law and teaching.