Events
Leigh Academy Longfield Sixth Form Open Evening
November 5, 2026
4.30pm - 6.30pm
Main Road, Longfield, Kent , DA3 7PH
Available start dates
Available start dates
Application Instructions
Applications Open: Applications are now open!
How to Apply: We don't accept application on KentChoices - Please apply via Admissions+ using the link below:
https://leighacademylongfield.org.uk/post16/applying-for-post-16/
Course Summary
Students will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge and a critical understanding of contemporary society. This course would suit students who wish to examine the world in which we live in today and how it is changing.
Course Details
Students will study family, education, crime and deviance, beliefs in society and sociological methods over 2 years. They will be examined by the end of the 2 years.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Assessment Methods: 3 written papers, each 2 hours.
Entry requirements
Overall requirement for Post 16:
5 GCSEs (English and mathematics grade 4). Max 2 BTECs at merit can count.
Subject specific requirements:
Grade 6 in history, geography, RE, English
Your next steps...
Sociology is recognised by universities as an academic A Level. With Sociology you will be able to pursue careers in law, civil service and journalism.
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