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Sociology GCSE

at Varndean College, Brighton · college

Level 2Stepping stonesGCSE12 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Sociology is the study of human society; it draws on a variety of viewpoints in order to understand the social world around us. In this course you will learn about how society shapes people’s ideas and behaviour and you will relate this to your own experience of living in British society. You will also study how societies change over time and how societies differ across cultures. You will look at how gender, ethnicity and social class affects our lives. This course will help you to think critically about the world and explore different perspectives on society by drawing on sociological theories and key studies. You will study the following areas in detail: Family, Education, Crime & Deviance, Social Stratification and Research Methods.

What you need to get on

Standard Foundation Level entry requirements.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • VARNDEAN COLLEGE

    Surrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Brighton

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