Sociology

Course summary

Sociology is an empowering A-level that will quite literally change your worldview and challenge preconceived ideas about the society in which you live. Sociology encompasses a wide range of topics from several theoretical viewpoints, all of which are relevant and contemporary to the issues that face society. These include the impact of changing family structures; the education system; crime and deviance and the impact of media and culture on society. Successful sociology students will have an interest in society, and a desire to understand why society functions (or doesn’t) in such a way. They need to have an interest and an awareness of current affairs and want to develop their skills of critical analysis, debate and structuring a well-balanced, evidence-based essay. They will question why and how different phenomena occur and will enjoy looking at issues from various points of view. They will also be required to understand the methodology behind social research, which can also prove to be a useful skill for a wide range of subjects at university and employment.