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A Level Sociology

at Heart of Yorkshire Education Group, Wakefield · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Sociology is the study of how social forces shape and mould human behaviour, usually without our consent or acknowledgement. Its an ever-changing subject area that makes you question how the world works and often shines the spotlight on many different forms of inequality that exist in our world today. Approach it with an open mind and you may find yourself totally immersed in a very short space of time. You will learn through a wide range of activities including including lectures, group work, working in pairs, class discussion, practice exam questions and independent study. You'll also be expected to conduct at least four hours of reading and independent study outside of lessons and complete regular homework tasks.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 including, English Language and Maths. PLUS Grade 5 in English Language or Literature

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

  • Selby College

    Selby College Abbots Road, Selby, YO8 8AT

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  • Wakefield College

    Margaret Street, Wakefield, WF1 2DH

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Start dates

  • 30 September 2026 · Selby
  • 30 September 2026 · Wakefield

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