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If you are interested in the way that society works and often find yourself asking these questions, then you are
already thinking like a Sociology student. With an AS or A Level in Sociology, you will have the opportunity to
investigate the social behaviour of yourself and others. You will learn about different cultures, social behaviours
and traditions – just like taking a magnifying glass to the world outside your window. It's fascinating stuff!
Course Outline:
The course enables you to develop knowledge of sociological issues and research methods. As part of your AS
studies, you will explore different theories of culture and identity, asking questions such as where does our
identity come from, how does mass culture influence people? Students will also explore wealth, poverty and
welfare, examining the reasons and responses to poverty. Within the education unit, students will develop an
understanding of how different social groups achieve and whether we all have the same opportunities to achieve.
At A2 level, students build on their understanding to explore how beliefs, such as religions and cults shape our
society. The power and influence of the mass media and political groups will also be examined. Students will
explore crime and deviance, exploring different theories of criminal behaviour and the implications crime has on
society.
Assessment:
The course is assessed through examinations. Two separate papers at both AS and A2 level in which students
have a choice of questions.
SPANISH
Curriculum Leader: Mrs A Shaffner
Year 12 – AS
2 Units: 4 AS Topics – for each the sub topics must be studied: media; popular culture; healthy living/
lifestyle; family / relationships.
Method of Assessment:
Examinations at the end of the year.
Unit 1:
Unit 2:
Listening / Reading / Writing: 2 hours – 70% AS marks; 35% total A level.
Speaking: - 35 minutes (20 minutes preparation) – 30% AS level; 15% total A level
Year 13 – A2
2 Units: 3 topics – Environment; multicultural society; contemporary social issues plus two cultural
topics (replaces coursework).
Method of Assessment:
Examinations at the end of the year.
Unit 3: Listening / Reading / Writing: 2½ hours – 35% total A level.
Unit 4: Speaking: 35 minutes (20 minutes preparation) -- 15% total A level
Additional Information
Students will develop their skills of reading and writing, listening and speaking in Spanish through studying
aspects of Spanish life relevant to young people. Lessons are active and there will be the opportunity to work
both independently and in groups. There will also be opportunities to develop ICT skills.
Students will find that their fluency in spoken and written Spanish improves rapidly during the course. We use a
basic text book, supplemented with a wide range of audio and video material. All students have regular contact
with the Spanish assistant and trips are organised to Spanish films and plays whenever these are shown locally.
Spanish compliments French, German or other Arts subjects but there is no reason why those studying unrelated
subjects should not take Spanish as their fourth A level.
There is a Salamanca Home Stay Visit during the Easter holidays which gives students the most timely
opportunity to practice their spoken Spanish directly before their oral examination.
Entry requirements
Students must have a Grade B or above in GCSE Spanish.
This course will be delivered in partnership with Benton Park School, Rawdon.
OPPORTUNITY AND ACHIEVEMENT FOR ALL
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