Sociology
Aims
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Critical Understanding: Pupils develop a critical awareness of social structures and issues, fostering reflective thinking and respect for social diversity.
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Theoretical Engagement: The course encourages appreciation of theoretical and conceptual debates within sociology.
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Research Skills: Pupils engage with various research methods, enhancing their ability to evaluate sociological methodologies and apply them to real-world issues.
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Personal Development: The curriculum aims to help Pupils explore their own identities and roles within society, promoting a lifelong interest in social issues.
Staff
Mrs McMorrow
"Know yourself to improve yourself."
Post 16
AQA A-Level Sociology
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Units
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Theories & Research Methods
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Education
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Families and households
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The Media
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Crime and Deviance
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Skills Developed
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The use of evidence to support your argument
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How to investigate facts and use deduction
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Making reasoned arguments
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Develop opinions and new ideas on societal issues
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The ability to analyse and better understand societal issues
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Critical Analysis
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Independent Thinking
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Working with others
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Presentation skills
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ICT
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Literacy
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Numeracy
Career Areas
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Social Work
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Advertising
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Policing
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Marketing
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Journalism
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Law
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Criminologist
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Teaching
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Human Resource Manager
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Corporate Social Responsibility Manager
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Equalities Officer