Sociology A Level

Please make sure you have checked the entry requirements before submitting your application. Please also be aware that we use an Attainment 8 requirement for students choosing to do Science and Maths subjects. This is explained further on our website: https://www.taptonschool.co.uk/page/?title=Subjects&pid=69

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Sociology is about the study of societies, how they work and how they change. You will learn how societies shape people’s ideas and behaviour and how in turn, people interact and shape their societies. You will also have the chance to consider your own experience of the world around you and develop the knowledge and skills needed to play a part within the community.

Qualities Required

Students need an open and enquiring mind, an interest in current affairs and the social issues of today.

Links with other subjects

Sociology is a Social Science and therefore combines well with both Science and Arts based subjects. For example, students have combined Maths, Chemistry and Sociology or English, History and Sociology, along with various other permutations.

Unit 1 Education with Theory and Methods - Key questions include - Is human action a consequence of society?

Unit 2 Families and Households and Beliefs in Society - Key questions include - Is family breakdown now the norm? Will religious fundamentalism transform secular societies?

Unit 3 Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods - Key questions include - Why do individuals break the law?

Extension and Enrichment Opportunities

We run a very well attended social science discussion group, where students can lead discussions about contemporary social science research though books, podcasts and documentaries. We also seek opportunities for students to visit universities and attend lectures and talks by researchers, authors and other professionals.

Unit 1 Education with theory and methods 2hr Exam

Unit 2 Families and Households and Beliefs in Society 2hr Exam

Unit 3 Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods 2 hr Exam

A grade 5 in English Language.

Tapton School's minimum entry requirements for all students: Grade 5 in English Language; Grade 4 in Mathematics and three other GCSEs at grade 4 and above.

Sciences, Law, Business, Medicine, Media, English, Criminology, Education, Biology, etc.

Students are better equipped to express their views, present balanced arguments and have an analytical, evaluative mind. Other students who have pursued a career at 18 have gone to work in Insurance, Law, Administration, Police, etc.