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GCSE Exam Board: AQA (8192) Who to Speak to: Miss. Sutton
Why Should I Study Sociology?
Why Should I Study Sociology?
The GCSE in Sociology explores the social factors that shape human behaviour and the way that society influences our daily lives. This course will benefit students who have an interest in the world around them and want to know why society is organised in the way it is.
What qualities will I need to be successful in Sociology?
What qualities will I need to be successful in Sociology?
Free thinkers, able to debate issues, influence and challenge the opinions of others.
Motivated to learn, keen to ask questions, seek answers, develop their opinions and justify their own views.
What will I study over 2 years?
What will I study over 2 years?
During this course you will study the role of education and why girls do better at school than boys, why some people commit crime, the different types of families there are in Britain and who controls the media.
Course Content
There are 6 topics which we will study, as follows:
Unit 1
Families – the different types of families in the UK
Education – the role of education in Britain
Theory and research methods
Unit 2
Crime and deviance – why do some people commit crime?
Social stratification – the sociology of different social classes in society
Theory and research methods
How will I be assessed in Sociology?
How will I be assessed in Sociology?
The AQA GCSE (9-1) is assessed through two examination papers as follows:
Paper 1 – Unit 1
1 hour 45 mins – 50% of the final grade.
Paper 2 – Unit 2
1 hour 45 mins – 50% of the final grade.
Possible Further Education and Career Pathways Options
Possible Further Education and Career Pathways Options
Police and probation services; Local and central government; Social and market research; Charitable, counselling and voluntary organisations; Public relations, journalism and communications; Media and marketing; Law firms and the criminal justice system; Teaching and education.
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