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A Level Sociology

at Cardinal Newman College, Preston · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Have you ever wondered what causes outbreaks of public violence such as the London riots? Have you ever asked yourself why children from wealthier backgrounds significantly outperform those from poorer backgrounds in the education system? Have you ever wondered why there are so few women in British prisons, and in general why women commit less crime than men? All three of these issues are topics covered in A Level sociology and as you might imagine, they are issues that provoke much debate and disagreement! If you are interested in the wider debates and arguments that the above issues raise, such as how your social class, ethnicity and gender can have a significant impact on your chances of success in our society, then sociology may be the subject for you. During your first year you will study, Education with Methods in Context. You will look at topics including; Why are girls significantly outperforming boys in the education system? Why are certain ethnic groups over-achieving whilst others underachieve? How have government policies impacted on the education system? What practical, ethical and theoretical problems may arise when sociologists conduct research into education? You will also study Families and Households with Research Methods; which will include; Is it right to talk of a �traditional� nuclear family anymore? What are the reasons behind recent trends in marriage, divorce and cohabitation? What does it mean to be a �child� in Britain today and how has this changed

What you need to get on

Five Grade 5s at GCSE and at least a 4 in English Language

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

  • Cardinal Newman College

    Larkhill Road, Preston, PR1 4HD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Preston

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