Sociology
Kempston Academy - Bedford
01234290900
Hill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7EB
Course summary

Students will learn different points of view on how we behave in our society - from what fashion we buy, to why some do better in school than others. We look at the causes and effects of poverty and why some people turn to crime and others do not. We consider how sociologists think and how they advise the government on law making and resolving social issues like decreasing the prison population. Students study the various elements of social theory and methodology applied to our chosen topics below. Students will be expected to follow the news to support their understanding of our society and global events.

Entry requirements

A minimum of five GCSE passes at 4 and above including English and Maths. Additionally, at least a grade 5 in a Humanities based subject

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: Education with theory and methods 80 marks 33.3% of course 2 hour exam Paper 2: Culture and Identity and Beliefs 80 marks 33.3% of course 2 hour exam Paper 3: Crime and Deviance with theory and methods 80 marks 33.3.% of course 2 hour exam

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityBedford
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHill Rise, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7EB