Understanding the Exam Structure

The O Level Sociology (2251) exam consists of two externally assessed papers. Each paper evaluates different sociological concepts and theories, helping students develop a strong understanding of human society and its complexities.

Paper 1: Research Methods, Identity, and Inequality (50%)

• Duration: 2 hours
• Marks: 80
• Question Format:
  • Question 1 (Compulsory): Research methods, including data response
  • Question 2 and Question 3: Candidates choose one question to answer
• Focus Areas:
  • Research methods
  • Identity: Self and society
  • Social stratification and inequality

Paper 2: Family, Education, and Crime (50%)

• Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
• Marks: 80
• Question Format: Candidates choose two structured questions from a set of three
• Focus Areas:
  • Family
  • Education
  • Crime, deviance, and social control

Key Topics to Master

• Paper 1: Research Methods, Identity, and Inequality
  • Research Methods: Learn about qualitative and quantitative research methods, including surveys, interviews, and observations.
  • Identity: Self and Society: Explore how individuals form their identities and how society influences this process.
  • Social Stratification and Inequality: Study the causes and effects of social inequality, including class, gender, and ethnicity.
• Paper 2: Family, Education, and Crime
  • Family: Analyze the role of family in society, including changes in family structures and functions.
  • Education: Understand the purpose of education and its impact on social mobility and inequality.
  • Crime, Deviance, and Social Control: Examine the causes of crime, societal responses, and the role of social control.

For more details about the syllabus, visit the official Cambridge website.

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