Summer focus
Flying Start To Sociology booklet
A booklet for new A-Level Sociology students to complete over the summer break.
Ever wondered how we developed into the society we are today? How the way you see yourself determines the way people identify you?
A-level Sociology will help you to make sense of the society we live in and to understand the cultural and identity issues which affect us all.
Why study Sociology?
You will learn a number of skills including the use of evidence to support your arguments, how to investigate facts and critical thinking. It is relevant to the society you live in, so you are bound to enjoy learning about topics that are relevant to everyday life; plus it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers.
To study at Cowley Sixth Form College, you must have achieved a minimum of five GCSEs or equivalent, graded 9 – 4, across four separate subjects, including GCSE Mathematics and English Language.
In addition, a positive College interview is required.
The course is assessed by three two-hour exams. There is no coursework.
Studying Sociology at university can give you a whole host of exciting career options, including: Social work, HR, Advertising, Policing, Marketing, Journalism, Law and Teaching.
I find learning about other people’s opinions fascinating to be able to understand contrasting opinions to my own. I have most enjoyed discovering how sociologists find their information and the ethical factors behind the research.
Sociology student
Students enjoying a Sociology Revision Booster Workshop at the Trafford Centre (Odeon Cinema)
Other courses that you might be interested in
A-level Psychology
A-level Ethics, Philosophy and Religion
Applied Diploma Criminology
A-level Law
