A-Level Sociology

Key Learning Objectives

Our A-Level Sociology Curriculum provides students with theoretical knowledge and practical research methodologies. Throughout the course, students will:

• Explore sociological perspectives, including functionalism, conflict theory, and symbolic interactionism.
• Understand social institutions, such as family, education, media, and government.
• Examine social inequalities, including class, gender, ethnicity, and power structures.
• Investigate crime, deviance, and social control mechanisms.
• Develop research methods to analyse and interpret sociological data effectively.

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Flexible Learning Models to Suit Every Student

At IWS Online, we offer three adaptable learning models, ensuring students engage with Sociology in a way that best supports their learning style:

📌 Full-Time Live Learning

• Best suited for students who thrive in a structured, interactive environment.
• Participate in 4 live lessons per week, engaging in discussions, debates, and sociological case studies.
• Receive real-time teacher feedback and personalised academic support.

📌 Blended Learning Programme

• A balanced mix of teacher-led instruction and independent study.
• Includes 1 live lesson per week, supplemented by 3 self-paced recorded sessions.
• Reinforces learning through research projects, data interpretation, and structured assignments.

📌 Self-Paced Independent Learning

• Designed for students who prefer flexibility and self-guided study.
• Includes 4 recorded lessons per week, allowing learners to progress at their own pace.
• Encourages self-directed research, critical analysis, and structured exam preparation.

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What Will Students Learn?

📌 Core Topics Covered in A-Level Sociology
The curriculum explores social theories and real-world applications, ensuring students develop a strong foundation for further studies and careers:

• Sociological Theories – Functionalism, Marxism, Feminism, and Postmodernism.
• Socialisation & Culture – Identity formation, norms, values, and subcultures.
• Education & Society – Role of education, meritocracy, and educational inequalities.
• Crime & Deviance – Causes of crime, law enforcement, and justice systems.
• Social Stratification – Class, race, gender, and societal power structures.

📌 Exam Preparation & Assessment Strategies
Students receive structured exam support, including:

• Past paper analysis and examiner feedback.
• Essay-writing workshops and structured revision plans.
• Sociological research projects and data evaluation exercises.

📌 Preparation for Future Studies and Careers
This course provides an excellent foundation for students progressing to university degrees in Sociology, Criminology, Public Policy, Social Work, and Political Science.

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Contact Us

📌 Understand Society with IWS Online!
Our A-Level Sociology programme at IWS Online ensures students develop sociological awareness, research skills, and critical thinking, essential for academic and professional success.

Start your journey into the fascinating world of Sociology with IWS Online!

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