A-level Sociology

Studying sociology offers insights into social and cultural issues. It helps you develop a multi-perspective and critical approach to understanding issues around culture, identity, religion, crime, families, education, media and social power. More than once during the course you’re bound to ask yourself the question, “why has society developed like this? With poverty, ignorance, crime and injustice.”

There is no requirement to have studied this subject at GCSE level to be accepted onto the course.

Subject Specific Entry Requirements

The following subject entry criteria should be met: 5 in GCSE sociology if taken, or 5 in GCSE English.

Exam Board

AQA

This Course Will Lead to

Most university courses, including Sociology, Psychology, English, Business, Law, Teaching, Journalism. Sociology is a great choice for people interested in a career in social work, nursing, marketing, advertising, journalism law and teaching.

“I love finding out about things like crime – you get a genuine insight into how society works.”

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