VERITAS ACADEMY
A LEVEL SOCIOLOGY
A Level Sociology is generally a program that aims to provide students with the skills to understand, analyze and evaluate social structures, institutions and relationships. A Level usually consists of two levels: AS Level (Advanced Subsidiary) and A2 Level. When these two levels are combined, a full A Level certificate is obtained. Key topics usually found in the A Level Sociology syllabus:
AS Level Sociology
- Basic Sociology Concepts
- Social Class, Status and Role
- Theories of Social Change
- Family and Marriage Institutions
- Gender and Family Dynamics
- Social Role of the Family
A2 Level Sociology
- Social Research Design
- Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods
- Ethics and Research Processes
- Globalization and Social Change
- Sociology of Development
- Social Movements and Processes of Change
- Social Class, Race, Gender Inequality
- Migration, Multiculturalism and Diversity
- Social Justice and Equality
Practical Studies:
A Level Sociology usually involves practical work. This aims to give students research skills and usually involves studying a specific issue in society.
Advanced Topics:
A Level Sociology program can offer students advanced options which can often include more complex topics. Examples of these topics may include:
- Social Change and Technology
- Environmental Sociology
- Social Policy and Welfare State
A Level Sociology certificate provides students with the skills to understand and critically evaluate social phenomena, enabling them to move on to university or pursue a career in the social sciences.