Our distance learning GCSE Sociology course is the perfect beginning for anyone wishing to pursue a profession in areas such as the media, care, the law or any other role dealing with society. This home study course looks at the way people relate with one another, the way society is structured, crime, mass media, social inequality and education, among other topics. GCSEs are the most widely taken qualification in the UK and considered the educational standard for school-leavers at 16.
Studying sociology will give you a better idea of how different groups in society relate to each other, the way modern life has developed and the impact of conflict, culture and politics on society. Whether you want to pursue this subject area in later life or not, it will give you a fascinating insight into the way society works.
This GCSE Sociology course has been written to the latest specifications and has been designed to give you the best possible chance of success. You’ll have everything you need to succeed, starting with a clear induction and well-structured assignments to help you to develop the skills and knowledge you need to prepare for the exam. You will also have guaranteed access to one of our exam centres if you sit your final GCSE examinations in the UK.
GCSE’s are Qualifications that count.
At the time of writing, please note that due to upcoming changes the final opportunity to sit exams for this course is Summer 2021.
You will benefit from:
- Brand new course, written to the latest specification with dynamic and engaging content
- Fast track is available on this course (for exams in 2022)
- Access to our network of partnership exam centres (guaranteed exam venue)
- Unlimited tutor support – we help you write a study plan and support you throughout
- Exam pass guarantee (if you don’t pass the first time, we’ll support you to the next exam)
Studying sociology will give you a better idea of how different groups in society relate to each other, the way modern life has developed and the impact of conflict, culture and politics on society.
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Exam Pass GuaranteeIf you don’t pass the first time, we’ll support you to the next exam for free
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Guaranteed exam centreAccess to our Country-wide network of exam centres (guaranteed exam venue)
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Unlimited Tutor SupportGet as much help and support as you want from your personal course tutor via email and phone.
- Awarding body: AQA
- Our course code: X809
- Qualification code: 8192
The AQA qualifications are internationally recognised and taught in 30 countries around the world, highly valued by employers and universities and enable young people to progress to the next stage of their lives. AQA qualifications suit a range of abilities and include GCSEs, IGCSEs and A-levels.
Study Hours
You should allow for between 120 and 150 hours’ study time, plus additional time for completing assignments.
Study Method
Our course is delivered via our online learning platform as this provides learners with a dynamic and engaging experience. Don’t worry, if you prefer, you can print the learning materials yourself. The learning resources are in a range of different media including videos, quizzes, and interactive activities.
Course Duration
Once you enrol, you’ll have up to two years to study and take your exams, and your unlimited tutor support will continue throughout this time.
Assessment
You can enrol now for examinations from Summer 2022.
You’ll be required to complete the two GCSE standard written exams.
Official exams
- 1 hours 45 minutes, 50% of marks
- 1 hours 45 minutes, 50% of marks
We provide a guaranteed exam space in one of our exam centres around the Country, to take away the hassle of needing to find your own. Check where your closest exam centre is.
Assignments
During your course, you will also be required complete 11 assignments and one introductory. These do not contribute towards your final grade but provide you with an opportunity to submit work to your tutor for marking and feedback. This will help you to gauge your progress as you work through the course. There is no coursework to complete. All exams must be taken in the same session.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this home learning course, you will receive a GCSE in Sociology, issued by AQA. This syllabus has been chosen specifically because it is the best suited to distance learning.
Additional Information
Difficulty - Level 2
Entry requirements - There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however, it is recommended that you have an intermediate ability to read and write English.
Course Content
- What is sociology?
- What makes the sociological approach different?
- Central terms and concepts in sociology
- Changing relationships within families
- Criticisms of families
- Divorce
- Quantitative research
- Qualitative research
- Secondary sources of data
- The education system
- The functionalist system
- Marxist and feminist perspectives
- Social class and educational achievement
- Gender, ethnicity and educational achievement
- Processes within schools
- Crime, deviance and social control
- Structuralist explanations of crime and deviance
- Interactionist explanations of crime and deviance
Frequently Asked Questions
We have some answers to common student questions, but if you can't find the answer you're looking for then please contact us and we will do everything we can to answer your questions.
You will need to pay separately for your final examinations. Additional texts may also need to be purchased to supplement your learning on the course.
We are able to offer places at partnership exam centres across the UK for our students, therefore, guaranteeing an exam venue. If you choose to find your own exam centre, you can, you will need to register with them as an external or private candidate. Fees vary across the country so we recommend enquiring prior to enrolment.
Yes! You study the same curriculum, take the same examinations and get the same qualification. The only difference is that the course is specially designed to be studied from home in your own time.
You will have access to your personal tutor, via email, who will mark your assignments and guide you through the course to help you get ready for your examinations. In addition, you will be supplied with a comprehensive Study Guide that will help you through the study and assessment process. Your personal tutor will be highly experienced in their subject area and qualified to teach.
Please check our FAQs section or Contact Us, we are happy to answer any questions you have.