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Full Time Sociology - AS

A Level

Inhouse

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Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Methodology

    Inhouse

  • Duration

    1 Year

Sociology is the study of society. The course focuses on why some groups of people in society have better life-chances than others. Sociology tries to understand how various social institutions operate and relate to one another, for example the influence of the family might have on how well children perform in the education system. Sociology is also concerned with describing and explaining the.

About this course

Normally students 16 - 19 years of age will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A* - C including English Language. Entry for mature students without formal qualifications is at the discretion of the Faculty.

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Subjects

  • Sociology
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Course programme

Awarding Body

Assessment & Qualifications Alliance

Course Content

Sociology is the study of society. The course focuses on why some groups of people in society have better life-chances than others. Sociology tries to understand how various social institutions operate and relate to one another, for example the influence of the family might have on how well children perform in the education system. Sociology is also concerned with describing and explaining the patterns of inequality, deprivation and conflict which are a feature of nearly all societies.

Course Features

Links with AS Government and Politics

Discussions surrounding current affairs

Elements of coursework
Career Prospects and Progression

A Levels provide an excellent basis for progression to Higher level qualifications such as degrees or Higher National Diplomas. There are a number of careers directly related to Sociology including Social Worker, Probation Officer, Social Researcher, Community Work or Advisory Work. Other careers where the skills developed through Sociology might be useful would include Healthcare Careers, the Police Force or Public Sector Administration.

Modules
Method of Assessment

AS Level Three modular examinations - Family, Education and Sociological Methods A2 Level Two modular examinations - Power and Politics and Crime and Deviance; one piece of coursework.

Course Length

AS - 1 Year Full A Level - 2 Years

Time of Delivery

Daytime

Campus

Graig Campus

Bilingual Provision

This course can be studied in English only

Entry Requirements

Normally students 16 - 19 years of age will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A* - C including English Language. Entry for mature students without formal qualifications is at the discretion of the Faculty.

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Full Time Sociology - AS

Price on request