The British Sociological Association’s “Young Sociologist of the Year” competition is the catchy new 2022 title for what was previously the decidedly-less-catchy and not-particularly-well-known, “A Level Student Competition” (which it needs to be noted, is hardly surprising given the general “Meh-ness” of the old title).
While the two may or may not be connected this year’s prize consists of an iPad Mini for the successful student – who must be aged between 16 and 19 and studying A level, A/S level, Scottish Higher Level or equivalent post-16 qualifications in Sociology – and £500 for their school (which can presumably be any age they like).
As per usual, students can submit an essay, podcast or video to answer the question:
“How can sociology help us understand the causes and/or consequences of war and conflict?“.
While the entry guidelines are suitably broad, they stipulate that entries:
The latter can utilise any kind of research method (observations, interviews, a questionnaire-based study…), but I’ll be honest and say that I’ll be personally amazed if anyone did, particularly given the nature of the question.
As you might expect, there are a few important things to note, not the least being the closing date: Tuesday, 1st November 2022 4pm.
Also: