Sociology

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Anyone who has an interest in contemporary social and political affairs such as changes in society relating to marriage, divorce, educational policies, crime and deviance and belief systems. Sociology studies society from different theoretical viewpoints and students will be required to compare and contrast these alternative perspectives in a balanced and informed manner. Students who enjoy discussion and debating will enjoy this subject. Students develop evaluative and analytical skills that are transferrable to many other subjects and careers.

Course information

Name: Sociology Qualification title: GCE A level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment First year (AS) ? Unit 1: Families and Households ? Unit 2: Education and Research Methods Second year (A2) ? Unit 3: Beliefs in Society ? Unit 4: Crime, Deviance, Theory and Methods Sociology is an essay based subject and will develop studentsï analytical and evaluative skills. Style of assessment This subject is assessed by exams, there is no coursework. Students will complete two modules each year and be examined at the end of the summer term. Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20161026 09:32:37 Updated 20161026 09:32:37

Entry requirements

None

Provider

The St Philip Howard Catholic High School
Voluntary Aided School
sixthform@sphcs.co.uk
1243558234
http://www.sphcs.co.uk/sixthform/

Address

Elm Grove South Town: Barnham County:West Sussex

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