■ Sociology is the systematic or scientific study of human society and social behaviour, ranging from large-scale institutions and mass culture to small groups and individual interactions. ■ In Sociology, we look at institutions such as the family, the media and the education system and ask questions about their structure, in whose interests they operate, and the effect that they have on individuals and society. ■ Studying Sociology offers insights into social and cultural issues. It helps you develop a multi-perspective and critical approach to understanding issues around culture, identity, religion, crime, families and social power. More than once during the course you’re bound to ask yourself the question, “Why has society developed like this? With poverty, ignorance, crime and injustice.” A-level Sociology will help you develop a range of skills that will benefit you, whether you decide to go on to further study or the working world, including: ■ the use of evidence to support your arguments ■ how to investigate facts and use deduction ■ critical thinking ■ making reasoned arguments ■ developing opinions and new ideas on societal issues ■ the ability to analyse and better understand societal issues.
For automatic entry into A-level Maths, a grade 8 at GCSE is required. For automatic entry on A-level Science courses, a grade 8 in GCSE Maths and the relevant Science subject is required. Those who don’t achieve a grade 8 may only be permitted onto their chosen courses after discussion with a member of SLT. For students to gain automatic entry into any other A-level subjects, they are required to achieve at least a grade 7 at GCSE in the relevant subject. For subjects which are new at A-level, the following GCSE grades will be used as the best indicators for potential success in the subject and therefore are required for automatic entry: a grade 6 in either English Literature or Language.
PAPER 1 Education with Theory and Methods Education: short answer and extended writing, 50 marks Methods in Context: extended writing, 20 marks Theory and Methods: extended writing, 10 marks 2-hour written exam 80 marks 33.3% of A-level PAPER 2 Topics in Sociology: Families and Households, Media Section A: Families and Households, extended writing, 40 marks Section B: Media, extended writing, 40 marks 2-hour written exam 80 marks 33.3% of A-level PAPER 3 Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods Crime and Deviance: short answer and extended writing, 50 marks Theory and Methods: extended writing, 30 marks 2-hour written exam 80 marks 33.3% of A-level
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Kingston upon Thames |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £23,085 |
| Address | Surbiton Crescent, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2JT |
■ Sociology is the systematic or scientific study of human society and social behaviour, ranging from large-scale institutions and mass culture to small groups and individual interactions. ■ In Sociology, we look at institutions such as the family, the media and the education system and ask questions about their structure, in whose interests they operate, and the effect that they have on individuals and society. ■ Studying Sociology offers insights into social and cultural issues. It helps you develop a multi-perspective and critical approach to understanding issues around culture, identity, religion, crime, families and social power. More than once during the course you’re bound to ask yourself the question, “Why has society developed like this? With poverty, ignorance, crime and injustice.” A-level Sociology will help you develop a range of skills that will benefit you, whether you decide to go on to further study or the working world, including: ■ the use of evidence to support your arguments ■ how to investigate facts and use deduction ■ critical thinking ■ making reasoned arguments ■ developing opinions and new ideas on societal issues ■ the ability to analyse and better understand societal issues.
For automatic entry into A-level Maths, a grade 8 at GCSE is required. For automatic entry on A-level Science courses, a grade 8 in GCSE Maths and the relevant Science subject is required. Those who don’t achieve a grade 8 may only be permitted onto their chosen courses after discussion with a member of SLT. For students to gain automatic entry into any other A-level subjects, they are required to achieve at least a grade 7 at GCSE in the relevant subject. For subjects which are new at A-level, the following GCSE grades will be used as the best indicators for potential success in the subject and therefore are required for automatic entry: a grade 6 in either English Literature or Language.
PAPER 1 Education with Theory and Methods Education: short answer and extended writing, 50 marks Methods in Context: extended writing, 20 marks Theory and Methods: extended writing, 10 marks 2-hour written exam 80 marks 33.3% of A-level PAPER 2 Topics in Sociology: Families and Households, Media Section A: Families and Households, extended writing, 40 marks Section B: Media, extended writing, 40 marks 2-hour written exam 80 marks 33.3% of A-level PAPER 3 Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods Crime and Deviance: short answer and extended writing, 50 marks Theory and Methods: extended writing, 30 marks 2-hour written exam 80 marks 33.3% of A-level