"Course description: In the first year students will study two components. The first is philosophy and ethics: students will study philosophical debates such as arguments for the existence of God, the logic of evil and suffering and how people experience religions. On the ethics paper, students will study ethical theories and apply these to issues of both human and animal life and death The second component is the study of religion. Students will study issues relevant to all religions, and take a particular focus on Christianity. Issues covered include discussing the sources of wisdom and authority, the nature of God and ‘ultimate reality’, life after death, key moral principles and religious identity. The Year 13 course follows a similar structure but with the additional topics added – in philosophy these are religious language, miracles, and self, death and the afterlife, and in ethics these are meta ethics, free will and moral responsibility, and the role of the conscience. On the study of religion: gender and sexuality, Christianity and science, challenge of secularism, migration and religious pluralism. Is this the real world? Why does the universe exist? Is abortion ever justified? If you are interested in the questions above religious studies might be for you. It is an opportunity to explore questions that delve into the deepest aspects of what it means to be human. You will have the opportunity to share ideas with your peers and develop your own opinions. Philosophy literally translated means love of wisdom. Philosophy encourages you to question, explore ideas and to think for yourself. An important aspect of the course is learning to think critically and express your ideas effectively. Ethics is a branch of Philosophy which is concerned with how we know what is right and wrong. Just like studying Philosophy of Religion, studying Ethics will help you develop your reasoning skills. It will also broaden your awareness of the complexity of moral issues."
Students entering the Sixth Form should have a minimum of 5 x grade 5+ at GCSE. If students do not possess at least a grade 5 in English and / or Maths they will be expected to study for these qualifications as part of their post-16 course selection. additional entry criteria: 5+ in Religious Studies, 5+ in English Language or Literature
At the end of Year 13 there is one 3h Philosophy of Religion and Ethics exam worth 50% of the marks and one 3h Study of Religions exam worth a further 50% of the marks – both papers will cover content from both Year 12 and Year 13. There is no coursework for this A-Level.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hounslow |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Lampton Avenue, Hounslow, TW3 4EP |
"Course description: In the first year students will study two components. The first is philosophy and ethics: students will study philosophical debates such as arguments for the existence of God, the logic of evil and suffering and how people experience religions. On the ethics paper, students will study ethical theories and apply these to issues of both human and animal life and death The second component is the study of religion. Students will study issues relevant to all religions, and take a particular focus on Christianity. Issues covered include discussing the sources of wisdom and authority, the nature of God and ‘ultimate reality’, life after death, key moral principles and religious identity. The Year 13 course follows a similar structure but with the additional topics added – in philosophy these are religious language, miracles, and self, death and the afterlife, and in ethics these are meta ethics, free will and moral responsibility, and the role of the conscience. On the study of religion: gender and sexuality, Christianity and science, challenge of secularism, migration and religious pluralism. Is this the real world? Why does the universe exist? Is abortion ever justified? If you are interested in the questions above religious studies might be for you. It is an opportunity to explore questions that delve into the deepest aspects of what it means to be human. You will have the opportunity to share ideas with your peers and develop your own opinions. Philosophy literally translated means love of wisdom. Philosophy encourages you to question, explore ideas and to think for yourself. An important aspect of the course is learning to think critically and express your ideas effectively. Ethics is a branch of Philosophy which is concerned with how we know what is right and wrong. Just like studying Philosophy of Religion, studying Ethics will help you develop your reasoning skills. It will also broaden your awareness of the complexity of moral issues."
Students entering the Sixth Form should have a minimum of 5 x grade 5+ at GCSE. If students do not possess at least a grade 5 in English and / or Maths they will be expected to study for these qualifications as part of their post-16 course selection. additional entry criteria: 5+ in Religious Studies, 5+ in English Language or Literature
At the end of Year 13 there is one 3h Philosophy of Religion and Ethics exam worth 50% of the marks and one 3h Study of Religions exam worth a further 50% of the marks – both papers will cover content from both Year 12 and Year 13. There is no coursework for this A-Level.
