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GCE A Level in Sociology

at Hugh Christie School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Sociology is a wide-ranging study of the dynamics at work in our society. We focus on the influence of families, media and education on society as well as evaluating the causes and consequences of inequality in society. As an A Level Sociology student, you will also examine the work of Sociologists, exploring how they conduct their work using various research methods. This subject encourages students to think critically about real-world problems and consider a variety of perspectives. Course Details: Component 1: You will study the ‘Education’ topic. This topic considers the role and functions of the education system, including its relationship to the economy and to class structure. For this topic, you will explore why there are differences in educational achievement of social groups by social class, gender and ethnicity in contemporary society. Additionally, you will consider a range of research methods used by sociologists and consider which methods best suit the research of different educational contexts. This component is assessed through a 2 hour exam. Component 2: You will study the ‘Families and Households’ and ‘Media’ topics. The ‘Families and Households’ topic looks at the changing patterns of marriage, cohabitation, separation and divorce. For this topic, you will also examine gender roles, domestic labour and power relationships within the family in contemporary society. The ‘Media’ topic looks at the relationship between ownership and control of the media as well

What you need to get on

You must meet the specific requirements for the subject of 5 x 5-9 grades including English and Maths at a grade 5.

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

  • Leigh Academy Hugh Christie

    LEIGH ACADEMY HUGH CHRISTIE WHITE COTTAGE ROAD, TONBRIDGE, TN10 4PU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · TONBRIDGE

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