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Cambridge O Level Sociology

Cambridge O Level Sociology (2251) — the Cambridge syllabus for exams in 2025–2027. What it covers, how it is assessed, a link to the official syllabus, and the free study material Marlbridge publishes for it.

Syllabus
2251
Board
Cambridge
Qualification
O Level
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Topics and resources

8 free resources, 2 of 2 topics covered

Each topic below is from the official Cambridge document for Cambridge O Level Sociology (2251), with its study guides, revision notes and practice questions together. Everything here is for Cambridge O Level Sociology (2251) only.

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  1. Topic 1 4 resources

    Paper 1 – Research Methods, Identity and Inequality

    Covers Research methods – How do sociologists approach the study of society?, Research methods – What types of data and evidence do sociologists use?, Research methods – How do sociologists investigate society?, Identity: self and society – How do we learn our identity?, Identity: self and society – How does society control us?, Identity: self and society – What influences our social identity?, Social stratification and inequality – What is social stratification?, Social stratification and inequality – What attempts have been made to reduce social inequalities?, Social stratification and inequality – How has globalisation affected inequalities between societies?

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  2. Topic 2 3 resources

    Paper 2 – Family, Education and Crime

    Covers Family – What are the different types of families?, Family – What is the role of the family for the individual and society?, Family – How is family life changing?, Education – What is education and schooling?, Education – What are the roles and functions of education?, Education – What factors help to explain differences in educational achievement and experience?, Crime, deviance and social control – What are crime, deviance and social control?, Crime, deviance and social control – What are the patterns of and explanations for crime and deviance?, Crime, deviance and social control – How is crime dealt with in different societies?

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    Revision notes

    Practice questions

Covering more than one topic

Course guides, exam preparation and pages that span several topics.

Study guides

No study guide for this course yet.

Revision notes

No revision notes for this course yet.

Practice questions

Source: Cambridge Assessment International Education — official syllabus PDF — 2025-2027 series. Verified 2026-08-19. Subtopics are shown where Marlbridge has entered them; a topic may have more in the official document. A topic listed here is part of the syllabus; it does not mean Marlbridge has published material for it. Always check the current syllabus for your examination year.

About this course

Qualification
Cambridge O Level Sociology
Spec code
2251
Does Marlbridge teach it?
Yes — request a free trial class
Who teaches it?
Naqiya Yousaf
Are resources available?
Yes — 8 published
Is enrolment open?
Enquire to join — no online enrolment yet
Official syllabus
Cambridge syllabus for 2025–2027
Topic checklist
Printable 2251 checklist
Where was this verified?
2026-08-19, official Cambridge specification

Compiled and maintained by the Marlbridge Academic Team, checked against the official Cambridge specification on 2026-08-19.

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The qualification

Cambridge O Level Sociology (2251)

Marlbridge's summary of the course

Cambridge O Level Sociology develops learners’ understanding of human societies, and helps them recognise the influence of social structures and social change on individuals and groups.

The board's own description is on the official Cambridge syllabus page.

Version 3, for exams in 2025, 2026 and 2027. Mirrors Cambridge IGCSE Sociology (0495) in paper structure: Paper 1 'Research Methods, Identity and Inequality' (compulsory, all 3 topics taught, 2 of 3 questions answered) and Paper 2 'Family, Education and Crime' (candidates answer on 2 of the 3 topics). Independently confirmed against 2251's own syllabus PDF, not assumed from 0495.

Specifications change between examination series. Always confirm the current syllabus and assessment structure on the Cambridge syllabus page for your examination year.

Assessment structure

Linear qualification

Assessment components for Cambridge Sociology 2251
Component Duration Marks Weighting Type
Paper 1: Research Methods, Identity and Inequality 2h 80 50% Written exam
Paper 2: Family, Education and Crime 1h 45m 80 50% Written exam

Source: official Cambridge specification, verified 2026-08-27. Directly confirmed against the official PDF: identical paper titles, timing and weighting to Cambridge IGCSE Sociology 0495 (Paper 1 2h/80marks/50%, Paper 2 1h45/80marks/50%, both externally assessed), independently re-confirmed from this record's own source PDF rather than copied across records. Examination-series window 2025-2027 (June and November series); no separate first-teaching date published.

Questions about this course

How is Cambridge Sociology (2251) assessed?

Cambridge Sociology (2251) is assessed through: Paper 1 (Research Methods, Identity and Inequality) — 2h, 80 marks, 50% of the qualification; Paper 2 (Family, Education and Crime) — 1h 45m, 80 marks, 50% of the qualification. It is a linear qualification. Source: official Cambridge specification, verified 2026-08-27.

What topics does Cambridge O Level Sociology (2251) cover?

2 topics in the current syllabus: Paper 1 – Research Methods, Identity and Inequality; Paper 2 – Family, Education and Crime. The printable topic checklist lists every topic and subtopic on one page.

Can I get a tutor for Cambridge O Level Sociology (2251)?

Yes. Marlbridge teaches Cambridge O Level Sociology (2251) live online, one-to-one or in small groups, taught by a named subject teacher from its academy in Lahore, Pakistan. The first trial class is free.

Are there free Cambridge O Level Sociology (2251) revision notes and practice questions?

Yes. Marlbridge has published 8 free resources for this course (study guides, exam preparation guides, practice questions, revision notes), free to read with no sign-up.

The subject

Sociology teaching and study resources, organised by level and topic.

All Sociology at Marlbridge

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