Sociology
Maltby Academy - Rotherham
01709812864
Braithwell Road, Rotherham, S66 8AB
Course summary

Sociology is the study of the society and is about understanding how and why society changes. This involves investigating topics such as: family, education, belief systems and crime.

Entry requirements

All A Level or Applied General subjects at Post 16 at Maltby Learning Trust have subject entry criteria. Access to these courses will be strictly enforced. The minimum entry requirements are 5 GCSE passes at Grade 5 or above (or equivalent), including at least one grade 5 in English and Mathematics. No admissions will take place after week 3 of the autumn term. Enrichment options are taken in Year 12, alongside both the Academic 2 and Mixed Academic-Applied General pathways. Minimum grade 5 in GCSE English Language and/or GCSE English Literature. There is no requirement to have studied Sociology before.

How you'll be assessed

Students will be assessed by three 2-hour exams which are worth 33.3% of the final grade.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityRotherham
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressBraithwell Road, Rotherham, S66 8AB