Sociology AS Level
A Level
In Leicester
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Leicester
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Duration
1 Year
Important information
Government funding available
Facilities
Location
Start date
Start date
About this course
As part of a level 3 programme a minimum of 5 grade Cs at GCSE, or equivalent, including English Language.
Students will benefit from having skills in essay-writing and note-taking in addition to the entry requirements.
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Course programme
- Level 3 course
- One year (AS) or two years (A level)
- Progression higher education and employment
- Exam board AQA
- 5 periods a week
- This course is offered within the Society, Health & Professional Studies Division
Course outline
Unit 1 Families and Households
Unit 2 - Sociology of Education and Research Methods
Assessment
Unit 1 is examined (40%)
Unit 2 is examined (60%)
Teaching styles
Note-taking, discussion and debates, DVDs/videos, worksheets, group work, student presentations, supported self-study.
Subject combinations
Complementary subjects are Government & Politics; Psychology; History; Law; Media Studies; Health & Social Care; Religious Studies.
Resources and facilities
Specialist teaching rooms; student laptop computers; wide range of textbooks; well-stocked library; handouts to complement students notes; extension readings available; induction/coursework booklets and supporting materials provided; revision guides supplied; model essays available; huge range of websites available, including internal college site.
Key features
Dedicated, enthusiastic teachers; open access policy: students get regular support outside of lessons; mentoring support available; revision lessons and materials provided; regular discussion/debates; students develop skills in communication, evaluation, group work, individual research, analysis, evaluation, critical thinking, and study provocative and often controversial topics which have a direct impact on their everyday lives.
Progression
Studying Sociology or a related course at university (Criminology is becoming an increasingly popular course with our students). Possible careers include teaching, social work, social researching, media/journalism, human resources, probation officer, community work.
SOCIOLOGY A2 Level (Year Two)
Course outline
Unit 3 Beliefs in Society or Power and Politics
Unit 4 - Crime and Deviance and Research Methods
Assessment
Unit 3 is examined (40%)
Unit 4 is coursework (60%)
Entry requirements
A pass in the AS level.
Sociology AS Level