Course overview
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Ever wondered what impacts society and the social world around us? Or interested in studying social science in higher education? Explore different social causes and consequences of the society that surrounds us and others and take our Sociology A-Level. Understand the people and world around us. Discover how social situations influence the media, religion and our education.
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Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
You will have up to 2 years to complete the full A-Level from the date you receive your materials. You will be able to study at your own pace and in your own time without the pressure of tight deadlines. Your only deadlines are the A-Level examinations, which take place on certain dates of the year.
If you add on your exams, the examinations for this course will be taken at a centre in Birmingham or Macclesfield; we will book these for you when you feel you are ready. Additional exam centres in various locations will soon become available.
Entry requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
Course features
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated student support
- Accreditation
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Free CV critique service
- Free employability guide to help you impress future employers
- Free XO Student Discounts card
- *Comprehensive study guide
- *Open Study College study pack
* Not included with the online study option
Assessment
To achieve the full Sociology A-Level qualification you will be assessed across the above topics. All topics will be assessed by three paper-based examinations. A more detailed breakdown of the assessment details is provided below.
Exam details
Paper 1: Education with Theory and Methods
- Type: Written examination
- Duration: 2 hours
- Weighing: 33.3% of A Level
- Total Marks: 80
- Assessed: Content from topics 4.1.1, 4.1.2 and 4.1.3
- Assessment format: A mixture of short answers and extended writing
Paper 2: Topics in Sociology
- Type: Written examination
- Duration: 2 hours
- Weighing: 33.3% of A Level
- Total Marks: 80
- Assessed: Content from topics:
- Section A: one from option 1: 4.2.1, 4.2.2, 4.2.3 or 4.2.4
- Section B: one from option 2: 4.2.5, 4.2.6, 4.2.7 or 4.2.8
- Assessment format: Extended writing
Paper 3: Crime and Deviance with Theory and Methods
- Type: Written examination
- Duration: 2 hours
- Weighing: 33.3% of A Level
- Total Marks: 80
- Assessed: Content from topics: 4.3.1 and 4.3.2
- Assessment format: short answers and extended writing
Delivery
This course enables you to study for an A-Level in Sociology by distance learning at home or at work. Your course materials will be sent via email or by post, you choose. Full tutor support will be available via email, so help is only a click away! Your course will include self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked study questions, so you can monitor your progress.
Thinking of going to university?
Open Study College is proud to partner with QA Higher Education, providing students with the unique opportunity to progress into higher education. This partnership aims to support our students in finding and securing a university place at one of QA Higher Education’s conveniently located teaching centres across the UK.
Subjects
AQA Specification Code: 7192
AQA have split this content into compulsory content and optional content. The optional content means you will have a choice about which subject from this group of topics you will answer a question on in the exam.
- 4.1.1 Education
- 4.1.2 Methods in context
- 4.1.3 Theory and methods
- 4.3.1 Crime and Deviance
- 4.3.2 Theory and Methods
- 4.2.1 Culture and Identity
- 4.2.2 Families and Households
- 4.2.3 Health
- 4.2.4 Work, Poverty and Welfare
- 4.2.5 Beliefs in Society
- 4.2.6 Global Development
- 4.2.7 The Media
- 4.2.8 Stratification and Differentiation
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