Sociology (GCSE) 

Exam Board: AQA

Course Overview:

Sociology is the study of human social activity, relationships, and social structures. Studying sociology you will learn a number of skills including the use of evidence to support your arguments, how to investigate facts and critical thinking. It is relevant to the society you live in so you are bound to enjoy learning about topics that are relevant to everyday life; plus it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers.

Course Content:

Paper 1 

• The sociology of families

• The sociology of education                                

• Social theory and methodology 

Paper 2 

• The sociology of crime and deviance

• The sociology of social stratification 

• Social theory and methodology

Assessment Structure:

Sociology is an exam only subject with two exams at the end of year 11.

Paper 1 

• Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes

• 100 marks

• 50% of GCSE

Paper 2 

• Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes

• 100 marks

• 50% of GCSE

Career Prospects and Transferable Skills:

Studying sociology can give you a wide range of transferable skills such as critical and analytical thinking, 

writing ability, cultural competence, and self-awareness. Sociology can also lead to a whole host of exciting career options, including:

• Advertising

• Human resources

• Journalism

• Law

• Marketing

• Policing            

• Social work

• Teaching

Further Information: Michael Behan (Head of Sociology) - email: michael.behan@scwa.org.uk