Entry requirements: Minimum entry requirements and GCSE grade 6 English Language or Literature at grade 6. Grade 5 and above in a humanities subject such as History, Geography or Religious Studies would be helpful. Course content: how will I be assessed? • Paper 1: Education with Theory and Methods • Paper 2: Options • Paper 3: Crime and Deviance, Theory and Methods Assessment: how is this course organised? • Paper 1: Education with Methods in Context (50 marks: 4 marks, 6 marks, 10 marks, 30 marks), (Methods in Context: 20-mark essay question) Theory and Methods: 1 10 mark extended answer question. (33% of the A-Level) • Paper 2: Option 1: Families and Households (40 marks/1 hour: 2 structured 10-mark questions, 1 essay 20 marks) Option 2: Beliefs in Society (40 marks) 1 hour: 2 structured 10-mark questions, 1 essay 20 marks. (33% of the A-Level) • Paper 3: Crime and Deviance, Theory and Methods (50 marks: 4 marks, 6 marks, 10 marks, 30 marks), Theory and Methods (30 marks 10 mark extended answer question and 20-mark essay) 33% of the A-Level. (33% of the A-Level) Why study Sociology at Samuel Ryder Academy? Ever wondered about the causes of the important issues in our society? Sociology helps you to position yourself within a global economy. and will give you a competitive edge in the job market. Sociology is a highly academic A-Level choice. More importantly, Sociology is both interesting and relevant to society today, providing you with a variety of transferable skills and helps position yourself within a global economy. Sociology also requires you to be open minded. Taking into account various different theoretical perspectives such as functionalism, the New Right, feminism, Marxism and Interactionism, Sociology also requires you to be open minded. The teaching of Sociology is innovative, with a range of methods being employed, from independent research activities, group work, class discussions, presentations and regular exam style questions to build on good exam technique and essay writing skills. Sociology prepares students effectively for further study at university and for entering a range of jobs. Issues raised: Why does gender affect achievement? Has society become post-modern? Is the family in decline? Which social groups commit crime? How good is a theory – is there any evidence? Which research method is best? Can there ever be a complete theory of society? Expectations of students: Sociology is 100% examination based and there is NO coursework. In order to prepare for their end of year examinations, students must be able to meet deadlines for essays and complete written assessments at the end of topics. You will receive written feedback that you will be expected to respond to. Students will be expected to read quality newspapers and watch TV programmes with current affairs content. Reading around the subject is crucial. Students will be expected to develop their discussion skills, their listening skills and their writing skills. You may be invited to revision workshops throughout the year to further develop key skills. Finally, concern for policy change is encouraged as “what is the point in studying society, if you can do nothing to change it?” Career paths: what job could I get? Journalism, law, police force, education, social work, civil service, criminal justice system, youth services, health services, business, politics, marketing and advertising. The list is endless.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Drakes Drive, St Albans, AL1 5AR |
Entry requirements: Minimum entry requirements and GCSE grade 6 English Language or Literature at grade 6. Grade 5 and above in a humanities subject such as History, Geography or Religious Studies would be helpful. Course content: how will I be assessed? • Paper 1: Education with Theory and Methods • Paper 2: Options • Paper 3: Crime and Deviance, Theory and Methods Assessment: how is this course organised? • Paper 1: Education with Methods in Context (50 marks: 4 marks, 6 marks, 10 marks, 30 marks), (Methods in Context: 20-mark essay question) Theory and Methods: 1 10 mark extended answer question. (33% of the A-Level) • Paper 2: Option 1: Families and Households (40 marks/1 hour: 2 structured 10-mark questions, 1 essay 20 marks) Option 2: Beliefs in Society (40 marks) 1 hour: 2 structured 10-mark questions, 1 essay 20 marks. (33% of the A-Level) • Paper 3: Crime and Deviance, Theory and Methods (50 marks: 4 marks, 6 marks, 10 marks, 30 marks), Theory and Methods (30 marks 10 mark extended answer question and 20-mark essay) 33% of the A-Level. (33% of the A-Level) Why study Sociology at Samuel Ryder Academy? Ever wondered about the causes of the important issues in our society? Sociology helps you to position yourself within a global economy. and will give you a competitive edge in the job market. Sociology is a highly academic A-Level choice. More importantly, Sociology is both interesting and relevant to society today, providing you with a variety of transferable skills and helps position yourself within a global economy. Sociology also requires you to be open minded. Taking into account various different theoretical perspectives such as functionalism, the New Right, feminism, Marxism and Interactionism, Sociology also requires you to be open minded. The teaching of Sociology is innovative, with a range of methods being employed, from independent research activities, group work, class discussions, presentations and regular exam style questions to build on good exam technique and essay writing skills. Sociology prepares students effectively for further study at university and for entering a range of jobs. Issues raised: Why does gender affect achievement? Has society become post-modern? Is the family in decline? Which social groups commit crime? How good is a theory – is there any evidence? Which research method is best? Can there ever be a complete theory of society? Expectations of students: Sociology is 100% examination based and there is NO coursework. In order to prepare for their end of year examinations, students must be able to meet deadlines for essays and complete written assessments at the end of topics. You will receive written feedback that you will be expected to respond to. Students will be expected to read quality newspapers and watch TV programmes with current affairs content. Reading around the subject is crucial. Students will be expected to develop their discussion skills, their listening skills and their writing skills. You may be invited to revision workshops throughout the year to further develop key skills. Finally, concern for policy change is encouraged as “what is the point in studying society, if you can do nothing to change it?” Career paths: what job could I get? Journalism, law, police force, education, social work, civil service, criminal justice system, youth services, health services, business, politics, marketing and advertising. The list is endless.