Sociology Support
The GCSE and A Level Sociology Examination Experts
Who are we?
Sociology Support is a team of Assistant Lead Examiners and subject experts, bringing years of experience in teaching, marking, designing assessments, and delivering training for both GCSE and A-Level Sociology students and teachers.
Congratulations on the results
Hope your GCSE and A Level results went well! You’ve worked hard, shown determination, and faced every challenge head-on.
No matter the outcome, it doesn’t define your potential or your future. Be proud of how far you’ve come — the best is still ahead.
If you’re carrying on with Sociology this year, we wish you all the best and want you to know Sociology Support will be there for you every step of the way.
Support organisations available for advice and guidance
National Careers Service- dedicated exam results helpline with free impartial advice after receiving your results
Call 0800 100 900 Mon-Fri 8am - 8pm; Sat 10am-5pm
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/career-choices-at-16
A Level Students
UCAS Clearing and Exams Service - If you’d like to request a change to, or have a question about your application call UCAS on 0371 468 0 468. They are open from Thurs 13 August, Mon-Fri 8.30am-6.00pm . Please have your Personal ID with you when you ring.
Sociology Degree vacancies through clearing:
Sociology Grade Boundaries 2026 (AQA)
GCSE 8192 (max 200)
Grades:
9 - 164; 8 - 153; 7- 143; 6 - 128; 5 - 113; 4 - 98; 3 - 71; 2 - 44; 1 - 18
AS 7191 (max 120)
Grades:
A - 80; B - 72; C - 64; D - 56; E - 49
A Level 7192 (max 240)
Grades:
A* - 186; A - 167; B - 142; C - 118; D - 94; E - 70
Remember, if you request a review of your exam scripts, your overall marks could either increase or decrease. Always take advice from your school or college first.