IGCSE Sociology
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Start your journey towards a career in social science. Explore how societies work, including culture, identity, social groups and inequality. The course will help you progress to further education, an apprenticeship or seek employment inside or outside of the UK.
- Awarding Bodies: Cambridge Examination Board
- Learning Hours: 130 Recommended Study Hours
- Flexible Fast Track Available
- Full IGCSE Qualification
Why Study IGCSE Sociology?
Would you like to progress your education through distance learning? An online International GCSE Sociology course can open doors to a rewarding career in social sciences, education, law or public services. The programme with Learn Now provides the same fully recognised qualification you would achieve if attending mainstream college but giving you the flexibility to learn at your own pace.
If you are an adult learner, a student resitting exams, or someone juggling studies with work and family, this could work perfectly. The course is designed to suit many lifestyles and provides at least two exam series per year.
Choose Your Specification
Whether you are based inside or outside the UK, we can offer a variety of internationally recognised examination boards to suit your specific needs:
- Cambridge International CIE 0495 (A*-G)
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Cambridge IGCSE Sociology
Specification Code: 0495
The Cambridge specification will allow you to explore aspects of social relationships, processes and structures; as a result, you will develop a greater understanding of human societies and the role of continuity and change in social life.
You will evaluate critically a variety of different social, economic and political structures and therefore learn more about the sociological method and develop an ability to assess different forms of information and evidence.
The course has seven modules you will need to cover.
Course Content
Section 1 | Research methods
- 1.1 How do sociologists approach the study of society?
- 1.2 What types of data and evidence do sociologists use?
- 1.3 How do sociologists investigate society?
Section 2 | Identity self and society
- 2.1 How do we learn our identity?
- 2.2 How does society control us?
- 2.3 What influences our social identity?
Section 3 | Social stratification and inequality
- 3.1 What is social stratification?
- 3.2 What attempts have been made to reduce social inequalities?
- 3.3 How has globalisation affected inequalities between societies?
Section 4 | Family
- 4.1 What are the different types of families?
- 4.2 What is the role of the family for the individual and society?
- 4.3 How is family life changing?
Section 5 | Education
- 5.1 What is education and schooling?
- 5.2 What are the roles and functions of education?
- 5.3 What factors help to explain differences in educational achievement and experience?
Section 6 | Crime, deviance and social control
- 6.1 What are crime, deviance and social control?
- 6.2 What are the patterns of and explanations for crime and deviance?
- 6.3 How is crime dealt with in different societies?
Students will be required to arrange and pay for their examinations at a CIE approved centre. We can provide an extensive list of these centres for you.
IGCSE Exams
There are two exams for the full qualification. The length of each exam is as follows:Paper 1 – 2 hours
Paper 2 – 1 hour 45 mins
Course Outcome
On successful completion of all your exams, you will be awarded the following qualification:
International GCSE Sociology with CIE
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Enrolment Fees
Our Enrolment fee for this course is noted at the top of this page where you can enrol directly onto the course. This fee includes access to your course including tutor support for 2 years.
Our enrolment fee includes:
- All study materials covering the full specification.
- Full support where you can also message your tutor as many times as you need to.
- Access to our online Library with a full range of eBooks.
- Assignment marking and feedback
- Marked and graded practise examination papers
- Fast Track available if required and flexible learning from home 24/7.
The only other fee you will need to pay is for your exams which is due approximately six months prior and this will be paid directly to the exam centre.
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FAQs
Will I find this course hard?
For this subject you will need to understand sociological theories and concepts along with how different social institutions affect people’s lives. Learners may struggle at first to evaluate different viewpoints and write extended answers but the course will help with this through in-depth assignments and practise mock exam papers.
Will I need to buy any books?
You will not be required to purchase any books with this course. We automatically include logins to our online e-Library, which provides access to the following premium eBooks depending on your selected course specification:
Cambridge IGCSE Sociology Student Book – Jonathan Blundell
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Which subjects should I study alongside this course?
Where can the subject take me?
The course will open doors to a variety of subjects. You may want to progress onto A Levels in subjects such as Sociology, Psychology, History, Geography and Politics.
After A Levels, degree options include Sociology, Criminology, Psychology, Social Work or International Relations.
If you don’t want to progress onto A Levels, you might want to consider a level 3 apprenticeship which would allow you to earn whilst you learn.
Overall the subject will develop valuable skills in critical thinking, research and essay writing.
Can I study this course from outside the UK?
Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge (CIE) qualifications can be taken inside and outside the UK. Content within the specification is adapted for international learners and the qualification is comparable to UK GCSE standards.
How long does the course take?
You will receive access and support for two years, however you can complete the course much sooner if you need to. Exams for this subject fall in May/June or October/November each year and therefore you are able to choose which exam sitting you want to apply for. We have more information on exam timetables here.
How does this course compare to a college GCSE?
The International GCSE is taken worldwide rather than just the UK. It is equivalent to a GCSE but is often 100% exam based. See our article IGCSE vs GCSE for more information.
What can I do with IGCSE Sociology
With Sociology, you gain a foundational understanding of how societies function, including topics like family, education, crime, and social change. This knowledge helps you develop critical thinking, analytical, and research skills that are valuable for both further studies and everyday life.
After completing IGCSE Sociology, you can:
- Progress to A-level Sociology or other social sciences.
- Pursue related courses in psychology, politics, or law.
- Use your skills in fields such as journalism, social work, education, public relations, or community services.
- Gain a better understanding of social issues, making you a more informed and empathetic member of society.
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