GCSE Sociology

IGCSE Sociology gives you fascinating insight into the study of people in society. You will look at the individual, group and societal levels and how they interact.

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This IGCSE is divided into 2 units:

Unit 1: Paper 1

Exam Availability: November and June

Written examination: 2 hours 30 mins

• Candidates answer one compulsory question on sociological research methods.
• The candidate will answer three optional questions on culture socialisation, social stratification and inequality, power and authority (60 marks).
• The compulsory question in Section A will be based on source material. The question will carry one third of the marks for the paper. Candidates should spend approximately 45 minutes answering this question. Section A will test Syllabus Unit 1.
• Sections B to D will consist of structured questions based on stimulus material. The stimulus will take the form of a short quotation or statement from a sociological source. Sections B to D will test Syllabus Units 2 to 4. There will be two questions related to each of these units

Unit 2: Paper 2

Exam Availability: November and June

Written examination: 1 hours 45 mins

• Candidates answer three optional questions on the family; education; crime, deviance and social control and the mass media. (40 marks).
• The candidate will answer three optional questions on culture socialisation, social stratification and inequality, power and authority (60 marks).
• The three questions will be structured around some stimulus material. The stimulus will take the form of a short quotation or statement from a sociological source. Candidates will answer three questions from Sections A to D.
• Paper 2 will test Syllabus Units 5 to 8. There will be a choice of two questions related to each of these units.

This IGCSE Sociology is intended for anyone wishing to gain a IGCSE in Sociology and it is suitable both for returning learners and those engaging with Sociology for the first time.

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IGCSE Sociology contributes to a well-rounded selection of GCSEs & IGCSEs. It is a great precursor to A level Sociology.