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A level Sociology

at The Canterbury Academy, Canterbury · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level180 hoursFull time

What the college says

Sociology is the study of people in society. It is concerned with human associations and relationships in the institutions that affect our lives. Such institutions include the family, education, the criminal justice system, the media and religion. Sociologists study social issues which are often the focus of much public debate, such as gangs and youth subcultures, boys' underachievement in school, the reasons and effects of single parenthood and births outside of marriage, the effects of the media on violent behaviour ... and so many more. Sociology uses a variety of theories and applied research methods to help to understand such issues. This can be a demanding task but an interesting and rewarding one! Students will study a range of topics which challenge them to understand the way that societies work. This course is ideal for those students who enjoy learning about the world in which they live and how they can contribute to it. It demands students' ability to challenge their own understanding of human behavior and the issues we face. Throughout the course we will study and debate, among other things, questions such as: Why do some people commit more crime than others? Why are girls now out performing boys in school? Will divorce continue to rise? If so, what are the consequences? Is society less religious today? If so what impact has this had? which are increasingly important skills in a world of constant change. The emphasis of the qualification is on understanding the im

What you need to get on

Students should have a grade 6 or above in GCSE English.

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

  • The Canterbury Academy

    Knight Avenue, Canterbury, CT2 8QA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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