Students of Sociology are able to identify issues and debates in contemporary British society within a global context. Sociology enables them to focus on their own identity, roles and responsibilities within broader society, and encourages a lifelong curiosity about social issues.  Students show courage by engaging in debates and show passion for the subject, going beyond the curriculum by building an awareness of current affairs. Students are also encouraged to reflect on their broader knowledge base and understanding from other subject areas to provide a foundation for sociological enquiry. This enquiry begins with students having an appreciation of how sociological research is conducted and the practical, theoretical and ethical factors that researchers have to consider.

Students gain a knowledge of sociological theories, perspectives and studies and the interconnected nature of these with their application to social policy and social change. Sociology develops in students an understanding of social concepts and processes and which they apply to different contexts and to a range of issues to draw synoptic links. Students study the causes and effects of social change and, with the help of sociological studies, make judgements and draw conclusions about a range of issues and debates.  They develop wisdom by thinking critically about statistics, findings and evidence and reflect on the strengths and limitations of using these.  A study of Sociology reveals to students the experiences of a range of social groups and engenders a respect of social diversity.

Please click on the link below to see a Curriculum Overview of Key Stages 4 and 5.  This details the goals for each key stage, what students will be learning in lessons and an articulation of the wider curriculum.