Sociology

Sixth Form

The course aims to develop an understanding of contemporary society. The course is designed so that students can acquire knowledge and understanding of central aspects of sociological thought and methods, together with the application of a range of skills.  

The key areas of study include:

• The family, education
• Research methods
• Belief systems
• Theoretical perspectives and crime
• Deviance.

The course helps to prepare our students for university, careers and their spiritual development.  

Skill Domains Knowledge and Understanding (AO1)

• The nature of sociological thought
• Methods of sociological enquiry
• Themes Application.
  
  

Interpretation, Analysis & Evaluation(AO2) 

• Collection & recording of evidence
• Interpretation & evaluation of evidence
• Presentation of evidence & argument. 
  
  AS at a Glance
  Family and Households
  Education
  plus Sociological Methods 
  
  A2 at a Glance
  Crime and Deviance
  plus Theory and Methods
  Beliefs in Society (Sociology of religion) 
  
  Sociology is suitable for the needs of our students as it meets the school guidelines on moral, ethical and Christian values.