AQA Sociology studies the fundamental theories that sociologists believe in, along with the research methods that they use to investigate the social world. The study of various aspects of the social world is shown in this, including education, health, global development and crime. The course is assessed through written answers, including short answer questions and essay questions. AQA sociology is a linear course with terminal examinations at the end of the two-year course. Health - This topic looks at the changing and evolving nature of the health system, the social construction of illness and disability, mental health, life chances in health, and the social distribution of health inequalities, such as class, gender, and ethnicity. Is a postcode lottery in healthcare provision fair? Why do poorer people die earlier? Does mental health have parity of esteem with physical health? How are we going to fund the NHS in the future? Education - This topic looks at the education system and its role in modern society. Is education just a place of learning that helps students build for their careers or are the other elements of the system, which have both positive and negative effects on our lives? Is there a ‘hidden curriculum’ behind what we learn? It also explores the social distribution of educational achievement, considering, for example, why boys perform poorly compared with girls. Research Methods - To undertake sociological research, we must know how to use specific methods in order for the findings to be reliable and valid. This topic explores the variety of methods used and both positive and negative aspects of each. It is essential to understand this topic to analyze sociological studies in the other modules. Global Development - This topic engages students in understanding the underlying theme of globalization, including the implications of globalization on nation-states, global inequality, the roles of governments and NGOs on third-world development, trade, industrialization, conflict, disease, and aid are all explored in this unit. Should we give aid to Africa? Why do wars happen in third-world nations? What are the barriers to development? Crime and Deviance - This topic offers explanations for why crime and deviance exist. It looks at the relationship between crime, power, and control along with the levels of crimes committed within different social groups. It also looks at contemporary trends in crime, such as drug trafficking, globalization, the influence of the mass media, and psychological explanations for crime Theory and Methods - The theory and methods element looks at the theoretical, practical, and ideological issues and factors that influence sociology as a study. This gives a greater understanding of sociology and the research it undertakes.
Minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent) with grades 4-9 (A*-C). This must include at least four full course GCSEs. Grade 5 in English language or English literature. Grade 5 in Sociology if studied at GCSE level.
Paper 1 (33.3% of A-level) 2-hour paper, 80 marks, short and long answer questions. Education with Theory and Methods. Paper 2 (33.3% of A-level) 2-hour paper, 80 marks, short and long answer questions. Topics in Sociology: Health and Global Development. Paper 3 (33.3% of A-level) 2-hour paper, 80 marks. Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods.
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AQA Sociology studies the fundamental theories that sociologists believe in, along with the research methods that they use to investigate the social world. The study of various aspects of the social world is shown in this, including education, health, global development and crime. The course is assessed through written answers, including short answer questions and essay questions. AQA sociology is a linear course with terminal examinations at the end of the two-year course. Health - This topic looks at the changing and evolving nature of the health system, the social construction of illness and disability, mental health, life chances in health, and the social distribution of health inequalities, such as class, gender, and ethnicity. Is a postcode lottery in healthcare provision fair? Why do poorer people die earlier? Does mental health have parity of esteem with physical health? How are we going to fund the NHS in the future? Education - This topic looks at the education system and its role in modern society. Is education just a place of learning that helps students build for their careers or are the other elements of the system, which have both positive and negative effects on our lives? Is there a ‘hidden curriculum’ behind what we learn? It also explores the social distribution of educational achievement, considering, for example, why boys perform poorly compared with girls. Research Methods - To undertake sociological research, we must know how to use specific methods in order for the findings to be reliable and valid. This topic explores the variety of methods used and both positive and negative aspects of each. It is essential to understand this topic to analyze sociological studies in the other modules. Global Development - This topic engages students in understanding the underlying theme of globalization, including the implications of globalization on nation-states, global inequality, the roles of governments and NGOs on third-world development, trade, industrialization, conflict, disease, and aid are all explored in this unit. Should we give aid to Africa? Why do wars happen in third-world nations? What are the barriers to development? Crime and Deviance - This topic offers explanations for why crime and deviance exist. It looks at the relationship between crime, power, and control along with the levels of crimes committed within different social groups. It also looks at contemporary trends in crime, such as drug trafficking, globalization, the influence of the mass media, and psychological explanations for crime Theory and Methods - The theory and methods element looks at the theoretical, practical, and ideological issues and factors that influence sociology as a study. This gives a greater understanding of sociology and the research it undertakes.
Minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent) with grades 4-9 (A*-C). This must include at least four full course GCSEs. Grade 5 in English language or English literature. Grade 5 in Sociology if studied at GCSE level.
Paper 1 (33.3% of A-level) 2-hour paper, 80 marks, short and long answer questions. Education with Theory and Methods. Paper 2 (33.3% of A-level) 2-hour paper, 80 marks, short and long answer questions. Topics in Sociology: Health and Global Development. Paper 3 (33.3% of A-level) 2-hour paper, 80 marks. Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods.