Sociology 2 Year A Level
at Aylesbury High School, Aylesbury · school or sixth form
What the college says
Sociology is the study of society and social behaviour. Its for you if you're curious about human nature, interested in investigating topics like equality, poverty, crime, religion and education from a sociological perspective. You may have some knowledge of the subject from GCSE, but you don't need to have studied it already to take the A level. As well as the subject matter, you'll also learn about social science research methods and the course will give you transferable skills including critical thinking, communication, research and problem solving.
What you need to get on
You will need a grade 6 or higher in a GCSE Humanities subject, or a 6 in 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
Aylesbury High School
Walton Road, Aylesbury, HP21 7SX
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Aylesbury
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