A-Level Programme - Sociology

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

For the generic A-Level Programme you will need:

• GCSE grade 4 or above in English Language and Maths, plus at least 3 more GCSEs at grade 5 or above

For this specific A-Level you will need:

• GCSE grade 4 or above in Maths, Grade 5 or above in English Language and at least 3 others at grade 5 or above

How long is this course?

2 years

When does this course start?

04/09/2023

How many hours / days per week is this course?

Full-time courses at the college are generally 3-4 days per week (you may be in an extra day if you are resitting English and/or Maths). All students are expected to complete study hours in the Learning Resource Centre and at least 30 hours work experience on top of their college hours.

* Certain courses may have additional costs to cover trips or DBS checks, and for some courses you will be expected to purchase additional items such as uniform or equipment.

Fee information

Though this course is free for those aged 16-18, there may be additional fees related to the programme, such as additional equipment or uniform, trips, DBS checks and work placement costs. Further information will be sent to all applicants before enrolment.

Find all the information you need about course fees and financial help below.

Information on Fees and Financial Help

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

What qualification will I achieve?

AQA A-Level in Sociology

How is my course assessed?

Students will follow a programme which combines class teaching with small group work, discussion, video material, IT and research projects. Students will complete three examinations over the duration of the course, each carrying a weight of 33% of their overall final result/grade. Paper 1: Education with Theory and Methods. This is a 2 hour written exam out of 80 marks. Paper 2: Topics in Sociology This is a 2 hour written exam out of 80 marks. Paper 3: Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods. This is a 2 hour written exam out of 80 marks.