A Level Religious Studies: Philosophy & Ethics
Course summary
Why should I study it? Philosophy of Religion, Ethics & Theology is an exciting course which combines important ethical debates around topics like abortion, war, sexual ethics, justice, punishment and euthanasia with philosophical ideas such as the problem of evil and critiques of religious belief. Philosophy of religion and ethics supports and compliments many different subjects. It develops skills in many other written subjects such as English, history and psychology. It also compliments scientific courses by providing an ethical framework for scientific research and a basis in medical ethics for future doctors, vets and dentists. Philosophy of Religion, Ethics and Theology develops many skills valued by employers such as clarity and precision in thinking, the expertise to present a strong case, and to see the ethical issues involved in everyday decisions. Most importantly this course prepares and teaches skills of critical thinking and analysis which are the key to success in undergraduate study. It is for this reason, as well as the above, that top universities highly recommend this course, preparing students for a career in law, civil service, medicine, journalism and teaching.
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 5.0 or above | — |
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Assessment
Paper 1: Philosophy of Religion •Ancient philosophical influences •The nature of the soul, mind and body •Arguments about the existence or non-existence of God •The nature and impact of religious experience •The challenge for religious belief of the problem of evil •Ideas about the nature of God •Issues in religious language. Exam (2 hours) 33.3% of A Level 2: Ethics of Religion •Normative ethical theories •The application of ethical theory to two contemporary issues of importance •Ethical language and thought •Debates surrounding the significant idea of conscience •Sexual ethics and the influence on ethical thought of developments in religious beliefs. Exam (2 hours) 33.3% of 3: Christian Theology •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 •Significant social and historical developments in theology and religious thought Exam (2 hours) 33.3% of A Level
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