About the course…
Sociology is the systematic study of society and human behaviour. It examines how people interact, how groups, institutions, and cultures shape our lives.
By investigating patterns of relationships, social norms, and institutions, sociology helps us understand both the everyday interactions between individuals and the broader societal trends.
This discipline draws on a range of research methods—from surveys and interviews to statistical analyses and ethnographic studies—to explore how factors like class, race, gender, and economic status influence social experience.
Sociology offers tools to critically evaluate the world around us, encouraging us to question assumptions and consider how society might be improved for everyone. It’s a field that not only deepens our insight into human behaviour but also equips us with the critical thinking skills to address complex social issues.
You will study a wide range of topics, including crime and deviance, mass media, culture and identity, theories and methods and education with research methods.
Why study with us…
- Studying sociology will enhance your understanding of the society you live in and provide valuable insights into human social behaviour.
- You will have the exciting opportunity to participate in a range of college trips.
Where Sociology can take you…
Through the contemporary study of sociology you will develop a wide range of transferable skills useful for university study including critical thinking and research. The essay-writing skills developed in sociology are highly valued by universities and are transferable to many degree courses.
Sociology is an academic subject that leads most students to progress to university. It combines well with many subjects, including psychology, English, media studies, law, politics, history, health and social care and art.
Want to stay local? The University of Suffolk at East Coast College offers degree courses such as Applied Psychology and Person-Centered Counselling, allowing you to gain a degree on your doorstep. You can find out more at https://www.eastcoast.ac.uk/degrees/
It is also a pathway to many careers in teaching, journalism, criminology, nursing, the police, social work, youth work, probation work, counselling, business, human resources, marketing, the legal profession, local government and the forces.
Entry requirements…
- Must meet overall entry criteria for A Level study
