The objective of our Online A-Level Sociology Course to develop student's understanding of current social processes and social changes. During this course the student will gain an understanding of the importance of theoretical and conceptual issues in sociological debate. The student will also look at his own personal identity, roles and responsibilities within society.
Online A-Level Pure Socilogy Course Structure
The Online A-Level Socilogy course will include the following topics:
1. Culture and Identity; Families and Households; Wealth Poverty and Welfare
2. Education; Health; Sociological Methods
3. Beliefs in Society; Global Development; Mass Media; Power and Politics
4. Crime and Deviance: Stratification and Differentiation; Theory and Methods
During this course you will use a mixture of lessons, activities, core reading and assessments.
What skills will Online A-Level Sociology students develop?
The Online A-Level Sociology course will enable students to:
- Gain knowledge of contemporary social processes and social changes
- Understand the significance of theoretical and conceptual issues in sociological debate
- Evaluate the sociological methodology and a range of research methods through active involvement in the research process
- Acquire skills that enable individuals to focus on their personal identity, roles and responsibilities within society
- Develop a lifelong interest in social issues
Online A-Level Sociology Course Format
- 24/7 access to all your materials
- Course accessible on any portable device. It enables students to carry the classroom in their pockets
- Online Lessons and Assessments
- Interactive study environments, where you can collaborate with other students
- 12 Months Tutor Support
- Both Digital and Print resources
- Live chat functionality with tutors and students
- Direct links to media-rich and interactive learning resources
Course Duration
360 hours GLH (Guided Learning Hours)
Assessment
The course contains a number of assignments which your tutor will mark and give the student valuable feedback on. These are called Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs).
Examinations
AS Level
- Unit 1: SCLY1 - Culture and Identity; Families and Households; Wealth, Poverty and Welfare- Written paper: 1 hour
- Unit 2: SCLY2 - Education; Health; Sociological Methods- Written paper: 2 hours
A2 Level
- Unit 3: SCLY3 - Beliefs in Society; Global Development; Mass Media; Power and Politics- Written paper: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Unit 4: SCLY4 - Crime and Deviance; Stratification and Differentiation; Theory and Methods- Written paper: 2 hours
AS + A2 = A level in Sociology. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level.
