GCSE Sociology
Complete online content made up of text, video and interactive activities for GCSE Sociology -CIE
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Overview
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.
Our IGCSE Sociology offers an interactive learning experience to guide you through the IGCSE specification.
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Qualification
Level 1/Level 2 GCSE in Sociology
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Description
Our IGCSE Sociology features:
Expert online tuition by a fully qualified teacher.
The content has been written for us by our tutor who has based the materials on the best practices available in teaching and learning. Included in your one year access to the online course are:
- Interactive, online lessons.
- Embedded videos
- Integrated assessments giving immediate feedback
- Tutor Marked Assessments based on past papers
- Discussion forums
- Tutor messaging/ help system
- Progress monitor
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.
Who is this course for?
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.
The content has been created to help students overcome any fears they may have about Sociology and embarking on online learning. The content creates success by focusing on increasing the confidence of learners.
Please note, you will need to arrange your own exams with an exam centre. The exam centre will charge a fee; this should be in the range of £150-200.00, depending on the exam centre. Some schools and colleges are happy to take private candidates for the exams.
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Requirements
No prior qualification needed.
Career path
IGCSE Sociology contributes to a well-rounded selection of GCSEs & IGCSEs. It is a great precursor to A level Sociology.
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