'A' Level Sociology
Sociology is about people. It attempts to explain why people act as they do, from a group dimension.
For further information contact Mr E Gray: e-gray@garthhillcollege.com
Exam Board
AQA Sociology Specification code 7191/ 7192
Content
Three Core units are studied over two years
- Education
- Crime & Deviance
- Sociological Theory & Methods
Plus two optional units
- The Family
- Belief
Assessment 100 % examination
- AS Two One hour 30 mins exam papers
- A level Three two hour exam papers
What do I need to study Sociology A level?
It is recommended that you have a Grade 5 in English. Your literacy skills will be more important than your numeracy skills in ensuring success.
Where can it take me?
Thinking of university? Some ideas include:
- Sociology
- Psychology
- English Studies
- Business Studies
- Law
- Teaching
- Politics
- Economics
Some career possibilities:
- Journalism
- Law
- Health
- Social work
- Human resources management
- Advertising
- Police
- Teaching