GCSE Sociology (AQA 603/0798/5)

Achieve your GCSE Sociology qualification without the stress of classrooms or deadlines!

Our GCSE Sociology course offers an engaging exploration of human society and social behaviour. You’ll delve into social structures, institutions, culture, and identity. This course is perfect for students who want to study sociology at A Level or anyone interested in understanding society.

With our online course, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to study at your own pace. Our personal tutors and friendly student support team will guide you every step of the way, helping you pass your exams and achieve your highest possible score.

You can complete this course without exams, but to earn the full GCSE Sociology qualification, sitting the exams is essential.

About This Course

Achieve your GCSE Sociology qualification without the stress of classrooms or deadlines!

GCSE Sociology offers students an engaging and insightful exploration of the fundamental aspects of human society and social behaviour. Delve into the intricacies of our social world, examine key concepts such as social structures, institutions, culture, and identity.

GCSE Sociology is a popular choice among students who want to go on and study sociology and other social studies at A Level, as well as students who have a more general interest in sociology.

When you enrol in this online GCSE Sociology course, you’ll be supported every step of the way by our personal tutors and friendly student team, who will guide you to pass your exams and achieve the highest score possible for you.

Please note: You are able to complete this course without sitting exams; however, in order to achieve a full GCSE Sociology qualification, exams are mandatory.

Qualification Title: GCSE Sociology
Qualification Number: 603/0798/5

Course Units

Unit 1: The Sociological Approach

Unit 2: Sociological Structures, Social Processes, and Social Issues

Unit 3: Families

Unit 4: Education

Unit 5: Crime and Deviance

Unit 6: Social Stratification

Unit 7: Sociological Research Methods

Assessment

In order to achieve the GCSE Sociology qualification, you must sit two written exams (Paper 1 & Paper 2) at an exam centre. There is a separate fee to book your exams, which is paid directly to the exam centre at the time of booking. We’ll help you book your exams when you’re ready, and suggest booking them in advance to ensure your place. Exams take place in May and June.

Paper 1:

• 1 hour and 45 minutes written exam
• 50% of overall GCSE Sociology marks
• You’ll be assessed on: The sociology of families; The sociology of education; Relevant areas of social theory and methodology

Paper 2:

• 1 hour and 45 minutes written exam
• 50% of overall GCSE Sociology marks
• You’ll be assessed on: The sociology of crime and deviance; The sociology of social stratification; Relevant areas of social theory and methodology

No prior knowledge or skills in this area are needed to enrol onto this course.

Assessment

You will first complete the assessments included in your course materials. These will be marked by your dedicated tutor and will prepare you for your exam.

Exams

You are required to complete 2 written exams that take place in May and June. Each exam is worth 50% of your overall GCSE mark.

• Paper 1: 1 hr 45 mins written exam, 50% of marks.
• Paper 2: 1 hr 45 mins written exam, 50% of marks.

Exam Fees

There is a separate fee for the examinations paid directly to the exam centre at the time of booking. We’ll help you book them when you are ready.