A-Level Sociology

This course provides a sound understanding of central aspects of sociological thought and methods and the opportunity to develop a range of skills. It allows the integration of sociological themes, such as socialisation, culture and identity and social differentiation, power and stratification. A key aim of sociology is to encourage students to develop a critical awareness of society.

Students will follow a programme which combines class teaching with small group work, discussion, video material, IT and research projects.

Find out more about our A-level courses here

A-Level Structure:

AS level (year 1)

Unit 1 (SCLY1): Families and households
Unit 2 (SCLY2): Education and sociological methods

A2 level (year 2)

Unit 3 (SCLY 3): Mass media
Unit 4 (SCLY4): Crime and deviance and sociological theory and methods

End Qualification:

Year 1: AS Level Sociology
Year 2: A2 Level Sociology

Entry Requirements:

Interview required

5 GCSEs at grade C or above including GCSE English.

Assessment:

AS level:
Unit 1 SCLY 1: 1hr exam (40% of AS)
Unit 2 SCLY 2: 2 hr exam (60% of AS)

A2 level:
Unit 3 SCLY 3: 1hr 30 mins exam (20% of full A-level)
Unit 4 SCLY 4: 2hr exam (30% of full A-level)

Progression from this course:

Higher education or employment.

Location:

King's Lynn Campus - PE30 2QW

Duration:

2 Years

Start times:

September 2013

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the general college application form

Course Costs:

All students on full-time courses will need to pay a materials/resources fee. Details will be provided before enrolment. If you are under 19 on 31st August in the year you begin your programme, you will not have to pay tuition or registration fees for your course. For students aged 19 or over, there will be a tuition fee (depends on the course) for each year of the course as well as a registration fee (which includes exam fees). However, many students will be eligible for reduced fees and / or financial support towards the costs. Click here for detailed information. Please contact Student Services if you have further queries.

Course book - £20 approximately.

Additional Information:

Contact Student Services: King's Lynn - 01553 761144 Isle (Wisbech) - 01945 582561 A level courses in Wisbech are run and delivered in partnership with Thomas Clarkson Community College.