Sociology is a relevant and exciting subject that throws new light on the world we live in. It is a social science that seeks to discover and explain how the institutions around us affect the way we behave both as individuals and communities. Within sociology, students are given the opportunity to share their thoughts on how the world works, whilst analysing and evaluating the theories offered by a number of key individuals and perspectives. Students are able to enjoy a wide variety of lessons and gain key skills as both independent and group learners. Throughout the course students are also offered opportunities to undertake their own research and are regularly encouraged to present this work to the group. If you are someone who enjoys being given the chance to express your feelings on the key modern issues within society, then sociology is the right subject choice for you! What topics are covered? - Families and Households - Education and Research Methods - Beliefs in Society - Crime & Deviance and Theory & Methods
- Due to the extended writing element of the course, it is recommended that students achieved a Grade 6 in at least one humanities subject or English Language or Literature. - The minimum requirements for entry to The Friary Sixth Form are 5 GCSE Grades 9-4 including English Language and Mathematics at Grade 5.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Staffordshire |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Eastern Avenue, Lichfield, WS13 7EW |
Sociology is a relevant and exciting subject that throws new light on the world we live in. It is a social science that seeks to discover and explain how the institutions around us affect the way we behave both as individuals and communities. Within sociology, students are given the opportunity to share their thoughts on how the world works, whilst analysing and evaluating the theories offered by a number of key individuals and perspectives. Students are able to enjoy a wide variety of lessons and gain key skills as both independent and group learners. Throughout the course students are also offered opportunities to undertake their own research and are regularly encouraged to present this work to the group. If you are someone who enjoys being given the chance to express your feelings on the key modern issues within society, then sociology is the right subject choice for you! What topics are covered? - Families and Households - Education and Research Methods - Beliefs in Society - Crime & Deviance and Theory & Methods
- Due to the extended writing element of the course, it is recommended that students achieved a Grade 6 in at least one humanities subject or English Language or Literature. - The minimum requirements for entry to The Friary Sixth Form are 5 GCSE Grades 9-4 including English Language and Mathematics at Grade 5.