As the study of human social relationships and institutions, Sociology will help you to develop a greater appreciation and understanding of the complex social world in which we live. Throughout your time studying A-level Sociology, you will look at a range of accounts of how society functions (or doesn’t) such as Functionalism, Marxism and Feminism. In your first year, you will look at the role of education and the family within society, and how these institutions shape the way we experience the world in a wider context (for better or worse). You will also learn about the research methods used by sociologists and have a chance to carry out some research yourself. In the second year of your A-level course, you will develop further your understanding of the theory and methods behind the study of society and be introduced to two new topics; Crime and Deviance and Beliefs. Understanding beliefs is central to sociology because it shapes the way in which we see the world; influencing how we live. You will investigate the role of religion and social change, along with different types of religious organizations, from churches to cults. The sociology of crime and deviance is about rules and rule-breaking. Some sociologists look for the causes of crime, whilst others are interested in the way in which society reacts to rule-breaking. In this unit, as well as looking at major sociological theories, you will also look at a range of issues such as class, gender, ethnicity, globalization, crime control, and prevention. Modules titles and codes: 1: Education with Theory and Methods 2: Topics in Sociology 3: Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods