subjects and entry requirements
why study sociology?
Sociology is the study of society. It is about all kinds of social relationships that people share with each other in their families, schools and work. The methods developed by sociologists are used in other academic areas such as market research and management studies.
You will study all varieties of human experience. Social theory is also important in Sociology. It teaches us that there are no right or wrong answers when it comes to studying the way people live together. What is important for a sociologist is the ability to evaluate evidence and choose between possible explanations. You will enjoy Sociology if you are the type of person who is not afraid to have new ideas and who is not afraid to work at a demanding pace.
what will i study?
- Families and Households
- Research Methods
- Education
- Crime and Deviance
- Beliefs in Society
- Theory and Methods / Methods in Context
how will I be assessed?
3 written exam papers:
▪ Paper 1 Education with Theory and Methods 2 hours.
▪ Paper 2 Topics in Sociology (Families and households and Beliefs in society sections) 2 hours.
▪ Paper 3 Crime and deviance with Theory and Methods 2 hours.
career pathways
- Social Work
- Nursing
- Civil Service
- Social Policy
- Criminology
- Teaching
- Policing
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