3 - Philosophy HL

Assessment

External Assessment: Paper 1 – 2 hours 30 minutes exam – 40% Being Human (core theme): As for Standard Level Optional Theme 1: Ethics As for Standard Level Optional Theme 2: Philosophy of Religion This paper asks questions about God and the supernatural, such as “Does God exist”; and “Are miracles real?” as well as investigating contrasting perspectives of atheism and humanism. We also consider how mediums, such as technology, have changed religion. Paper 2 – 1 hour exam – 20% Study of Descartes’ Meditations As for Standard Level Paper 3 – 1 hour exam – 20% Exploring Philosophical Activity In this exam, students reflect on the nature, methods, and purpose of philosophy. Internal Assessment (Coursework) – 20% Students choose a piece of culture, such as a poem, film, or painting, and analyse it philosophically. Students’ choices have included everything from Munch’s The Scream to Star Wars!