A2 Unit G674: Exploring Social Inequality and Difference
This unit builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in the AS units and seeks to develop links between the nature of sociological thought, the methods of sociological enquiry and the core sociological themes of power, social inequality, socialisation, culture and identity. Students study and explain patterns of inequality in the contemporary UK.
There are two key issues to consider:
1. Social inequality and difference illustrated by the study of gender, class, ethnicity and age
2. Exploring sociological research on social inequality and difference.
Students may carry out their own small-scale research projects as a way of enhancing a sociological understanding of methodology, substantive topic areas and core themes.
As an A-level unit, students are encouraged to show an understanding of the links between the nature of sociological thought, the methods of sociological enquiry and the core themes of power, social inequality, socialisation, culture and identity. They are also encouraged to think holistically and develop their skills of thinking as a sociologist.
ASSESSMENT
2 hour written paper. This question paper includes one piece of research on social inequality and difference (not pre-released) upon which the examination is based. 100 marks
Candidates answer questions (1) and (2) which are compulsory, and then either Option 1 3(a) and 3(b) or Option 2 4(a) and 4(b).
As an A Level unit, candidates are encouraged to show an understanding of the links between the nature of sociological thought, the methods of sociological enquiry and the core themes of power, social inequality, socialisation, culture and identity. Candidates are encouraged to think holistically and develop their skills of thinking as a sociologist. This unit is synoptic.
This unit is worth 25% of the A Level.
