Course Overview
Sociology is a captivating subject. Not only does it give us a fascinating insight into social structures in different human societies - from native African tribes to the modern Western family unit, but it also helps us understand what makes us tick as a species. And by taking this home study GCSE course, you'll learn all of the above, and so much more.

The course covers What is Sociology? Family Education, Social Differentiation, Poverty and the Welfare State, The Sociology of Power, Politics, and work, Migration and Movement, and Social Control and Deviance - in fact everything you need to turn your passion into a highly rewarding and enjoyable profession.

There is no deadline for enrolment so you can start your course at any time.

Key Topics
What is sociology?
Family Education
Social Differentiation
Poverty and the Welfare State
The Sociology of Power & Politics
The Sociology of Work
Migration and Movement
Social Control & Deviance

Pre-requisites
No previous knowledge is required.

Study Time
100 hours approx.

Support
As an ICS student you will have your own personal tutor helping you with your course work and with any questions you may have.  Plus our team of Student Advisors are only a phone call away for all the practical advice you may need - so we really are with you 100%.

Exam Details
Once you've enrolled on your chosen course(s), you'll receive all the information you need to arrange your exams*, including details of syllabuses, exam boards and dates. As exams are held in various parts of the UK, you shouldn't have to travel too far to sit them.

If you have any questions at any time about arranging your exams, the ICS Student Advisers will be pleased to help.

Exams take place in June and the entry deadlines are mid January. Coursework deadline is 31 March. 1 Written exam of 2 hrs 30 mins = 80% & Coursework = 20% of total exam.

*Exam fees not included in course fee.

What our students say
"The  course from ICS was ideal - the course materials were excellent,  and I got great support from my tutor when I needed it, which helped me to keep motivated.  When I passed my exam, I was delighted and my employers were really impressed. Soon after I got my promotion and I now love my job as a 'number cruncher!' The course from ICS has really opened doors for me and given me the confidence I needed to
get ahead."   Donna Linden, Glasgow

Key Jobs
With this GCSE qualification a number of different career paths will be open to you.

Further Reading
You may find it useful to refer to other GSCE textbooks.

Distance Learning GCSE Sociology Course
A distance learning course is the ideal way to gain GCSE Sociology. Whether you're looking to go on to further education, improve your job prospects or expand your knowledge, distance learning GCSE Sociology is a flexible and convenient course which allows you to comprehensively prepare for the GCSE Sociology exam through home study. What's more, because the distance learning GCSE Sociology course is a fully comprehensive course, no prior knowledge is required.

With the distance learning GCSE Sociology course, a personal tutor is available to help you through the course. Additionally, a team of student advisors are only a phone call away.

There is a wide range of distance learning GCSE courses to choose from at Learning at Home, each allowing you to study for a GCSE at your convenience.