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GCE A Level in Sociology

at Townsend Church of England School, St. Albans · school or sixth form

Level 3A levels2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Students will need to understand the ways in which sociologists work and the various schools of sociological thought. They will be required to apply that knowledge to a range of key institutions within society. Over the two years students will study: Family and Households – What are the functions of the family? Who benefits from it? Does it work? Is there a dark side to the family? Does the family support and benefit all members equally? Are women exploited in the family? Education – What is the purpose of our education system? Does it achieve its aims? Why do different groups of students perform more or less well than others? The Media – How does the media portray different groups? Does it influence us? Who controls the media? Should we trust what we read, see or hear? Crime and Deviance – Is crime out of control? Why do some people commit crime and others not? How do we solve the problem of crime? Why do people commit suicide?

What you need to get on

GCSE grade 5+ in English and GCSE grade 5+ in a Humanities subject (Geography, History, RE) Students should have an interest and enthusiasm for understanding society. They might enjoy people watching, be naturally inquisitive or have a desire to understand key issues in society. An ability to debate and think critically is also essential.

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?

Not on the Section 96 list, but a school or college runs it full time, so check the age range with them.

Where it runs

  • Townsend CofE School

    Sparrowswick Ride, St. Albans, AL3 6DR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · St. Albans

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