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Sociology 9699

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The Cambridge International AS & A Level Sociology 9699 is an internationally recognised qualification designed primarily for learners aged 16–19. It develops advanced knowledge of sociological theories, research methods, and contemporary social issues while encouraging independent learning and critical analysis. No previous study of Sociology is required. The full A Level is typically completed over two academic years, while the AS Level may be completed in one year. The qualification is assessed through four examination papers for the full A Level (or two papers for the standalone AS Level) and is normally completed in one examination series or through the staged assessment route.

Throughout this course, you will explore how societies are organised, how identities are formed, and how institutions such as families, education, religion, and the media shape human behaviour. You will investigate globalisation, social inequality, research methods, and competing sociological perspectives while developing advanced analytical, evaluative, and research skills. These transferable skills prepare you for higher education in sociology, psychology, law, criminology, politics, education, international relations, anthropology, journalism, public policy, and related disciplines, while also supporting careers that require critical thinking, communication, and evidence-based decision-making.

At Polymath Institute, your study partner, you will learn through a structured digital platform designed specifically around the Cambridge syllabus. You will benefit from syllabus-aligned video lessons, guided practice, topic exercises, quizzes, assessments, extensive past paper practice, mock examinations, focused revision programmes, and continuous progress tracking. With 24/7 tutoring support, you can study at your own pace, revisit challenging topics whenever needed, strengthen weaker areas, and monitor your examination readiness throughout the course. This comprehensive learning approach helps you build confidence, prepare for higher grades, and develop the academic skills required for university study and future professional success.

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What Will You Learn?

  • Explain advanced sociological theories, concepts, and research methods confidently.
  • Analyse contemporary social issues using competing sociological perspectives.
  • Apply sociological evidence to construct well-supported academic arguments.
  • Evaluate research methods, theories, and evidence critically and objectively.
  • Interpret qualitative and quantitative sociological data accurately.
  • Demonstrate effective examination techniques through past papers and mock exams.
  • Develop advanced communication, independent research, and analytical skills.
  • Prepare confidently for higher grades, university study, and professional careers.

Course Content

Syllabus overview – Sociology 9699 (AS & A Level)

STARTING OF AS LEVEL (PAPER 1 and 2)

PAPER 1: Socialisation, Identity and Methods of Research (Module 1 and 2)
This topic area has two central aims: first, to examine the role of socialisation in the creation of social identities;second, to introduce the basic methods of research, including concepts that can be used to evaluate therelevance and accuracy of sociological findings.

Module 1: Socialisation and the creation of social identity

Module 2: Methods of research
Candidates will examine the different research methods and types of data used in sociological research,exploring the strengths and limitations of these. They will look at the process of designing research, and atkey ideas for assessing the value of different research methods. Candidates will examine questions such aswhether sociology can and should be based on the natural sciences.

PAPER 2: The Family (Module 3 and 4)
This topic area develops candidates’ understanding of the family in a social context. The aim is to explore different sociological perspectives on the role of the family and family diversity, and to understand the way social change influences family life and different family members.

Module 3: Theories of the family and social change
Candidates will explore different perspectives of the role of the family in society, giving an opportunity for them to reflect on the key concepts of Power, control and resistance, and Socialisation, culture and identity. Candidates will examine the effects of social change on the diversity of family and household forms, which link to the key concept of Social change and development.3.1 Perspectives on the role of the family• Functionalist accounts of how the family benefits its members and society and how the functions of families have changed over time, including the ‘loss of functions’ debate.• Marxist accounts of how the family benefits capitalism, including ideological control, reproduction oflabour and consumption.• Feminist responses to functionalist and Marxist accounts of the role of the family.

Module 4: Family roles and changing relationships
Candidates will consider different ways in which the behaviours of some family members are controlled by others, and will examine equality in the family. These issues provide a context for the key concepts of Power, control and resistance, and Inequality and opportunity.

COMPLETION OF AS LEVEL SYLLABUS: LET’S PREPARE FOR THE EXAM

STARTING OF A LEVEL (PAPER 3 and 4)

PAPER 3: EDUCATION

Module 5: Education and society

Module 6: Education and inequality

PAPER 4: Globalisation, Media, and Religion

Module 7: Globalisation

Module 8: Media

Module 9: Religion

COMPLETION OF A LEVEL SYLLABUS: LET’S PREPARE FOR THE EXAM (copy)

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