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Sociology

at Backwell School, Bristol · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2020see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Sociology studies the structure, dynamics and ‘functioning’ of society. Studying sociology offers insights into social and cultural issues. It helps students develop a multi-perspective and critical approach to understanding issues around identity, education, poverty, religion, crime, culture and inequality. The Sociology A level course enables students to develop a number of new skills, including how to: · use evidence to present arguments · investigate facts and use deduction · understand the world around you · put over your point of view fluently · be critical of the news/media As an academic discipline Sociology demands the ability to cope with a variety of theoretical perspectives and the need to be able to write well-structured and evaluative essays. Teaching methods include class discussion, presentations and evaluation of sociological theories and research studies. Written work will be regularly set and students will need to spend time out of lessons consolidating knowledge through wider reading and practising extended writing/essays. Please contact Backwell School to discuss this course information in more detail.

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

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

  • Backwell School

    Station Road Backwell, Bristol, BS48 3BX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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