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Sociology 1-4

O-Level (Forms 1–4)

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Contemporary Social Issues

Topics such as drug abuse, domestic violence, crime, and unemployment.

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Culture and Society

Exploration of cultural norms, values, beliefs, and how they shape societies.

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Deviance and Social Control

Understanding deviance, norms, sanctions, and how society maintains order.

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Gender and Society

Gender roles, inequality, and feminism in sociological context.

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Introduction to Sociology

Understanding what sociology is, its scope, and relevance.

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Population Studies

Sociological view of demographics, migration, and population policies.

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Research Methods in Sociology

Tools and methods used in sociological investigations including surveys, observations, and interviews.

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Social Change and Development

How societies evolve over time and the forces behind social transformations.

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Social Institutions

Study of key societal structures like family, religion, education, and government.

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Social Stratification

Concepts of social classes, inequality, and mobility.

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Socialization

How individuals learn social norms and roles through institutions like family, school, and peers.

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Sociology of Education

How education influences and is influenced by society.

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Sociology of Religion

Social functions of religion and how beliefs influence behavior.

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Urbanization and Rural Life

Comparative analysis of urban and rural life, issues, and dynamics.

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Work and Economic Life

Role of labor, employment, and economy in shaping social relations.