Study Sociology

At Ryburn Sixth

Choose Ryburn Sixth for your course in Sociology. Sociology is a social science that studies society and trends in human behaviour; it will help you understand how and why things and people are the way that they are.

Our course is designed to help you develop an interest in social issues and to aid you in appreciating the significance of theoretical and conceptual explanations through sociological debates. As a Sociology student, you will be able to identify and analyse the effects of the various threads that run through the many areas of social life. You will learn about the significance of conflict and consensus, social structure and social action, and the role of values.

At Ryburn Sixth, we offer you excellent, positive teaching, alongside individual support, which will help you to gain both the knowledge and confidence required as you strive to reach your full potential. Through this course, you will develop many skills, such as awareness of social issues, the ability to debate and an increased focus on your own personal identity, roles and responsibilities within society.

This course will prepare students entering Higher Education specifically to study Sociology, but more broadly, any course relating to people. In terms of careers, it is particularly relevant for those roles that require an understanding of the public, such as: Police, Media, Education and Social Work.