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Sociology

at Bishop Milner Catholic College, Dudley · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Sociology is the study of how society is organised. We look at the relationships between individuals and groups and how experiences, such as childhood poverty, racism and labelling can affect a person’s life chances. Our students find that studying Sociology on look at Britain and the world today in new ways. What students discover is how to think critically for themselves and to look at human behaviour from different perspectives. Students must study the following two core themes: socialisation, culture and identity and social differentiation, power and stratification. The study of the topics in this paper should engage students in theoretical debate while encouraging an active involvement with the research process. The study should foster a critical awareness of contemporary social processes and change, and draw together the knowledge, understanding and skills learnt in different aspects of the course. poverty, racism and labelling can affect a person’s life chances. Our students find that studying Sociology on look at Britain and the world today in new ways. What students discover is how to think critically for themselves and to look at human behaviour from different perspectives.

What you need to get on

Grade 5 in GCSE Language/Literature

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

  • Bishop Milner Catholic College

    Burton Road, Dudley, DY1 3BY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Dudley

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