Why should I study A Level Religion, Philosophy & Ethics Philosophy and Ethics is an academic subject which is well respected by many of the more traditional universities. It involves not taking things at face value, arguing and discussing issues which affect us all and researching the works of many famous and world-renowned scholars, such as Plato, Socrates and Aristotle. If you enjoy questioning everything that you have been told, debating and discussing, and considering why people hold certain beliefs and ideals then Philosophy and Ethics may be for you. Course Overview Religion, Philosophy and Ethics is a course for people who want to think about the world and belief rather than just be given answers. You will be encouraged to consider questions about life, the universe and everything and reflect upon the work of some of the greatest thinkers who have ever lived. You will contemplate issues such as the existence of God, the purpose of life, as well ask questions about some of the most important religious texts. You will develop skills directly transferable to any future academic study, learning to construct critical and analytical essays, discuss complex concepts and reflect upon the thinking of others. The course focuses on the following areas: Philosophy of Religion: The problem of evil and suffering, and traditional arguments for the existence of God and the nature and influence of religious experience. A study of philosophers of religion – Marx and Freud, influences and developments in modern thought, problem and use of language. Religion and Ethics: Ethical Theory; business ethics; euthanasia and debates about right and wrong, good and bad; a comparison of Aristotle and Kant on ethics; the problem of ethical language and medical ethics. Developments in Christian thought: Beliefs, teachings and ideas about human life; the world and ultimate reality (original sin, pre-destination); the nature of God; the person of Jesus (was he a social revolutionary? Divine? Liberator?) and Christian moral principles. What can I do afterwards? Students can go on to degrees in Philosophy, Theology, Law, Religious Studies, Politics, Sociology, Government and Politics, English and Social Anthropology. The subject is relevant to careers in Law, Politics, the Church, Social Work, Civil Service, Anthropology and Journalism.
Course Entry Requirements This course requires a Grade 5 or above in GCSE English and GCSE Religious Education.
Assessment Format The course is assessed by three exams at the end of Year 13: Unit 1: Philosophy of Religion (H573/01) – written paper (2 hrs) worth 33.3% of the A Level Unit 2: Religion and Ethics (H573/02) – written paper (2 hrs) worth 33.3% of the A Level Unit 3: Developments in Christian Thought (H573/03) – written paper (2 hrs) worth 33.3% of the A Level Students will need to write three essays in each exam and will be awarded marks for both how effectively they understand and communicate ideas, as well a how they can construct an argument and evaluate different points of view.
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| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Tithepit Shaw Lane, Warlingham, CR6 9YB |
Why should I study A Level Religion, Philosophy & Ethics Philosophy and Ethics is an academic subject which is well respected by many of the more traditional universities. It involves not taking things at face value, arguing and discussing issues which affect us all and researching the works of many famous and world-renowned scholars, such as Plato, Socrates and Aristotle. If you enjoy questioning everything that you have been told, debating and discussing, and considering why people hold certain beliefs and ideals then Philosophy and Ethics may be for you. Course Overview Religion, Philosophy and Ethics is a course for people who want to think about the world and belief rather than just be given answers. You will be encouraged to consider questions about life, the universe and everything and reflect upon the work of some of the greatest thinkers who have ever lived. You will contemplate issues such as the existence of God, the purpose of life, as well ask questions about some of the most important religious texts. You will develop skills directly transferable to any future academic study, learning to construct critical and analytical essays, discuss complex concepts and reflect upon the thinking of others. The course focuses on the following areas: Philosophy of Religion: The problem of evil and suffering, and traditional arguments for the existence of God and the nature and influence of religious experience. A study of philosophers of religion – Marx and Freud, influences and developments in modern thought, problem and use of language. Religion and Ethics: Ethical Theory; business ethics; euthanasia and debates about right and wrong, good and bad; a comparison of Aristotle and Kant on ethics; the problem of ethical language and medical ethics. Developments in Christian thought: Beliefs, teachings and ideas about human life; the world and ultimate reality (original sin, pre-destination); the nature of God; the person of Jesus (was he a social revolutionary? Divine? Liberator?) and Christian moral principles. What can I do afterwards? Students can go on to degrees in Philosophy, Theology, Law, Religious Studies, Politics, Sociology, Government and Politics, English and Social Anthropology. The subject is relevant to careers in Law, Politics, the Church, Social Work, Civil Service, Anthropology and Journalism.
Course Entry Requirements This course requires a Grade 5 or above in GCSE English and GCSE Religious Education.
Assessment Format The course is assessed by three exams at the end of Year 13: Unit 1: Philosophy of Religion (H573/01) – written paper (2 hrs) worth 33.3% of the A Level Unit 2: Religion and Ethics (H573/02) – written paper (2 hrs) worth 33.3% of the A Level Unit 3: Developments in Christian Thought (H573/03) – written paper (2 hrs) worth 33.3% of the A Level Students will need to write three essays in each exam and will be awarded marks for both how effectively they understand and communicate ideas, as well a how they can construct an argument and evaluate different points of view.
