AS/A Level GCE (for first teaching in 2008) Sociology - H181 H581
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The specification for this qualification has been updated. This specification has only seen incidental changes e.g. relating to proofreading. Vertical black lines indicate a significant change to Version 2 - February 2008. The change can be found on page 28.
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Overview
This specification aims to introduce students to key concepts and core themes of Sociology. It encourages them to develop their understanding and sociological awareness by engaging with contemporary issues.
Benefits to you and your learners of teaching this qualification
- It reduces the assessment burden for students with the number of units reduced from six to four (two at AS, two at A2)
- Simple, straightforward assessment, with no coursework element
- Research methodology is integrated into concepts and themes to allow it to be studied in context
- Links are developed between substantive topics, sociological thought, methods of enquiry and the formation of social policy, particularly in the context of social inequality in the contemporary UK.
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