Sociology
Key Stage 4
Pupils follow the AQA 9-1 specification.
They will cover units that develop their understanding of the use of research methods by sociologists to investigate topics including: family, crime, education and social stratification.
Below is a brief overview of each topic -
Family:
• Types of families in the UK and beyond
• Functions of families
• Divorce
• Changing role of the family
Crime:
• What causes crime
• What causes deviant behaviour
• Role of the media
• Theories of crime
Education:
• Behaviour
• Labelling
• Theories of education
• Factors which affect educational achievement
Social Stratification:
• Power
• Poverty
• The different views of social class
• Inequality
If you have any questions or concerns, then please contact Mrs F Alanezi (Teacher of Sociology)
fatimah.alanezi@londonenterpriseacademy.org