Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
Course summary
The course is taught across 3 components: Philosophy, Ethics and Christian Development. Content from year 1 is continued into year 2, with additional content studied also. Philosophy (Year 1) • Ancient Philosophical Influences • The Nature of The Soul, Mind and Body • The Nature and Impact of Religious Experience • The Challenge for Religious Belief of The Problem of Evil Ethics (Year 1) • Natural Law • Situation Ethics • Kantian Ethics • Utilitarianism • Business Ethics • Euthanasia Christian development (Year 1) • Religious Beliefs, Values and Teachings, their Interconnections and How They Vary Historically and in the Contemporary World • Sources of Religious Wisdom and Authority • Practices Which Shape and Express Religious Identity, and How These Vary Within a Tradition Philosophy (Year 2) • Ideas About the Nature of God • Issues in Religious Language Ethics (Year 2) • Ethical Language and Thought • Debates Surrounding the Significant Idea of Conscience • Sexual Ethics and the Influence on Ethical Thought of Developments in Religious Beliefs Christian Development (Year 2) • Significant Social and Historical Developments in Theology and Religious Thought • Key Themes Related to the Relationship Between Religion and Society What next? Religious Studies is a highly regarded academic subject and is accepted by all higher education establishments. There is a host of careers for which the qualification is useful including journalism, medicine, law, education and civil services. Many previous students have gone into occupations where they are working with people. Further Information: If you need any further information about studying Religious Studies, please contact Mr Duffy mduffy@bluecoat.uk.com
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE / i GCSE / BTEC / Cambridge National qualifications | 5 gcse / i gcse / btec / cambridge national qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
History | Grade 5 in History (if taken) | — |
Religious Studies | Grade 5 in Religious Studies (if taken) | — |
English Language | Grade 5 in English Language (if taken) | — |
English Literature | Grade 5 in English Literature (if taken) | — |
Sociology | Grade 5 in Sociology (if taken) | — |
As published by the school
5 x grade 4 or above including English Language and Maths. Grade 5 in at least two essay based subjects.
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Assessment
The course is assessed at the end of the second year through 3 exams (Philosophy of Religion, Religion and Ethics, Development in Religious Thought) Weighting: 33.3% per exam Time: 2 hours Marks: 120 marks Answering: 3 out of 4 essays questions
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