GCE A Level in Sociology
at Shireland Biomedical Utc, Wolverhampton · school or sixth form
What the college says
Sociology is the study of society. It is about all kinds of social relationships that people share with each other in their families, schools and work. The methods developed by sociologists are used in other academic areas such as market research and management studies. You will study all varieties of human experience. Social theory is also important in Sociology. It teaches us that there are no right or wrong answers when it comes to studying the way people live together. What is important for a sociologist is the ability to evaluate evidence and choose between possible explanations. You will enjoy Sociology if you are the type of person who is not afraid to have new ideas and who is not afraid to work at a demanding pace.
What you need to get on
5 GCSE's grade 5 or above including English, Maths and Science.
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
Shireland Biomedical UTC
350 HIGH STREET, WEST BROMWICH, B70 8DJ
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · WEST BROMWICH
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