Sociology
at Colmers School and Sixth Form College, Birmingham · sixth form college
What the college says
A-level Sociology offers students the opportunity to develop the essential knowledge and understanding of society and sociological thoughts and methods. The course encourages students to demonstrate the application of a range of skills and consider the integration of sociological themes: socialisation, culture and identity, social differentiation, power and stratification. Sociology will give you an insight into social and cultural issues, by drawing on a range of perspectives and evidence. It will allow you to discuss social issues concerning equality in topics including education, families and households, as well as crime and deviance and the mass media. It leads to many careers, such as social work, probation officer, counselling, nursing and the police."
What you need to get on
5 GCSE Grade 4-9 Grade 5 in GCSE English Language or 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
Colmers School and Sixth Form College
Bristol Road South Rednal, Birmingham, B45 9NY
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Birmingham
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