Course Summary
If you’re curious about how society works and why people behave the way they do, Sociology offers a fascinating lens through which to explore the world around you. You’ll investigate how social structures like family, education, and law shape our experiences, and how inequality, identity, and culture influence everyday life.
Along the way, you’ll develop powerful skills in research, analysis, and debate, learning to think critically, communicate clearly, and build compelling arguments based on evidence. It’s a subject that connects personal experiences to wider social issues, helping you understand the world and your place within it.
Key Topics
- Culture
- Family
- Education
- Research methods
- Crime and deviance
- Social inequality
Assessment
100% examinations
- Paper 1 – Socialisation and culture
- Paper 2 – Methods of sociological inquiry
- Paper 3 – Power and stratification
Progression
Studying Sociology opens doors to a world of opportunity. Whether you’re passionate about justice, curious about human behaviour, or eager to influence change, this subject equips you with the skills to thrive in a wide range of careers — from law, criminology and social work to journalism, education, politics and marketing. It’s a subject that doesn’t just prepare you for university; it prepares you to make a difference.
Potential University Courses: Sociology, Psychology, Criminology, English, Politics, History.
Potential Career Paths: local government officer, researcher, family or community worker, charity worker, teacher social worker and many more!
Entry Requirements
At least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths.