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Sociology A Level

Course Code

Sociology A Level

Course Type

A Level Course

Course Duration

2 years

Location

Cadbury College

Start Date

1 September, 2025

Are you curious about how the world really works? Do you question why society is the way it is? Then A Level Sociology could be for you.

At Cadbury Sixth Form College, you’ll explore big questions about identity, family life, education, inequality, and how digital technology is changing our world. You’ll learn to think like a sociologist—analysing real-world issues, investigating social patterns, and understanding how people, groups, and institutions shape the world we live in.

Through topics like globalisation, the digital world, and social inequalities, you’ll develop powerful skills in research, debate, and critical thinking. This course is perfect if you enjoy discussing current events, want to understand people better, and are interested in careers like law, education, criminology, media, or social work.

Modules:

Unit 1: Socialisation, Culture and Identity

Unit 2: Researching social inequalities (Class, gender, ethnicity and age).

Unit 3: Contemporary Debates in sociology and education

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including Maths, with at least two at grade 6. You should have GCSE English at grade 5 and an essay-based subject at grade 6. You are not required to have studied Sociology at GCSE.

Students on this course have the opportunity to listen to talks such as:

Birmingham Newman University: Guest speakers and Taster sessions which were ran by the lecturers in the sociology department.
Birmingham University: Pip McKnight (Doctoral student at the University of Birmingham)
Sharing research and reflecting on ethical issues found within her research, outlining sampling techniques and life as a Post-Graduate student.
Lord Hunt: Joint Humanities Talk

At Cadbury College, we believe education goes beyond the classroom. Our diverse and inclusive enrichment programme offers a wide range of activities designed to help you explore your interests, build confidence, and develop valuable skills for university and the workplace.

From creative and academic clubs to sports, volunteering, and leadership opportunities, there’s something for everyone. Highlights include:

High Achievers Programme – Support for high-achieving students applying to top universities.
Envision – A chance to develop employability skills by tackling real-life social issues.
Duke of Edinburgh Award – Take on the challenge of the prestigious Silver or Gold Award.
Medicine Society – Specialist guidance for aspiring medical students, in partnership with local universities.
Five-a-Side Football or Basketball – Join Cadbury’s own league and enjoy competitive, inclusive football or basketball with friends.
Bar Mock Trial – Step into the courtroom and compete nationally in this programme for future legal professionals.

Whatever your passion, enrichment at Cadbury College gives you the chance to grow, connect, and make the most of your time here.

Year 1: Two exams/ 90 mins each

Paper 1: Socialisation, Culture and Identity. Optional topic: Families and Relationships

Paper 2: Researching social inequalities:

Year 2: Three exams

Paper 1: Socialisation, Culture and Identity: Optional section: Families and Relationships 90 minutes

Paper 2: Researching social inequalities: 2hrs and 15 mins

Paper 3: Debates in Contemporary society: 2 hours and 15 mins.

A Level Sociology is a course that covers topics and skills that are relevant to many different career options, for example social work, research, teaching and journalism. Many students go on to study degrees in sociology, criminology and social policy which lead into careers working with people such as the police or the civil service, but students also progress to business degrees or apprenticeships. Sociology can help you understand your target market and who you want to advertise to, so it crosses into lots of career paths.

Course Details

Exam Board

OCR

Qualification

Level 3

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