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Sociology
Sociology aims to develop a critical
understanding of human societies in
the 21st century. If you are interested
in society, the reasons for your
behaviour or discovering explanations
for the inequalities in the world, then
Sociology is for you.
Some Sociological questions to consider:
• Who are you? How has your culture
influenced your identity?
• How are your chances in life affected
by your social class, gender and
ethnic background? What about your
age, disability or sexuality? Do these
factors make a difference?
• Why are some groups likely to achieve
more rewards than other groups?
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• Is Society a fair place to live?
• How has Globalisation affected you
and other people?
Sociology gives you the opportunity to
debate, analyse, and evaluate a variety
of possible answers to these and other
issues. You will also have the
opportunity to become be involved in
educational trips over the course, such
as visiting the Slavery Museum in
Liverpool, and hear from professional
Sociologists about their research first
hand.
What can it lead to?
Sociology is recognised by all
universities as a popular A level and
degree subject. Sociology graduates are
well prepared for careers in social work
and nursing, health and welfare,
marketing, and all aspects of the media
as well as medicine, the legal profession,
criminology and social research.
Additional information
A good standard of written English and a
readiness to read around the issues
covered are strongly recommended. You
should also be genuinely interested in
contemporary and social issues and the
world around you.
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