A Level in Sociology
at Bingley Grammar School, Bingley · school or sixth form
What the college says
Do you… - have an interest in the workings of society, politics and citizenship? - have an open mind about different perspectives on a range of everyday issues such as education, the family and crime? - ever wonder if power and wealth are distributed equally in society or not and why certain groups succeed more than others in life? - feel intrigued by how people’s actions, beliefs, values, norms and behaviour are shaped by the society they live in? - feel genuinely interested in current affairs, issues and debates that affect the UK and the wider world?
What you need to get on
To study in the Sixth Form, students much achieve the general entry requirements which are a minimum of 5 x GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4 or above from a range of subjects including Mathematics and English Language. In addition Grade 5 in English Language and Grade 5 in English Literature or a humanities subject are required.
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Bingley Grammar School
Keighley Road, Bingley, BD16 2RS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Bingley
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