Sociology is a Sixth Form-only subject. The department is located centrally within the Sixth Form block and is delivered by three subject teachers. We follow the AQA A-level Sociology specification.

Please refer to our entry requirements document.

Enthusiasm to tackle a new and challenging subject.

“Sociology is the study of how society is organised and how we experience life”
British Sociological Association

Sociology also focuses on the following:

• Social change
• Social causes and consequences of human behaviour
• The structure of groups, organisations, and societies and how people interact within this context.

“Students will learn the fundamentals of the subject and develop skills valued by higher education (HE) and employers, including critical analysis, independent thinking and research.”
AQA

There are several routes you can take with a qualification in sociology. A degree in sociology can lead you to areas such as:

• Education
• Police and probation services
• Social work
• Media and Marketing
• Researcher
• Human resources
• Law