In this course, atheists, agnostics, the religious and the very religious challenge scholarly and one another’s thinking without attacking one another. Ever since humankind started to think, philosophy and morality has been a fundamental part of our development. In the 21st century, philosophy and religion still address the same eternal human questions about life and death, values and relationships, right and wrong. In Year 12 students look at arguments for and against the existence of God and moral issues such as equality, war and ethical theories. In Year 13 this is continued at a higher level with topics such as religion and morality, virtue ethics and religious experience. Over the two years there is an in depth study into the New Testament and whether we can know anything historical about Jesus.. Extra-Curricular Opportunities: Students will attend a conference chaired by the world-famous philosopher and author Peter Vardy, where students will debate and discuss issues such as euthanasia, abortion, free will and war. Additional Support: So that students are prepared for their exams, they will complete an essay per topic. This ensures that all students are confident at each stage before moving on. Students are encouraged to do independent research, but we will guide students in the right direction when they find this difficult. Throughout the two years, students will debate the issues covered, allowing them to build their confidence with the key exam skills of formulating arguments, analysis and evaluation Progression Routes: The rigorous intellectual discipline students develop will assist them in almost any further study or career. Students traditionally move on to degree courses such as Philosophy, Law, History, Politics and Psychology. However, there has been a recent rise in students combining this A Level with subjects such as Physics and Maths. Nationally, Philosophy and Ethics is the second fastest growing A Level exam subject. In terms of careers, Philosophy and Ethics is seen favourably by employers in fields such as law, medicine, the public sector and any career involving working with other people. Curriculum Leader: MR. WALLACE: swallace@barnhill.school
Five or more GCSE Grades 9-5 including English and Maths and GCSE RE or GCSE History or GCSE Geography or GCSE English Grade 6.
Unit 1 (33.3%): Philosophy Of Religion - Exam (2 hours) Unit 2 (33.3%): Religion And Ethics - Exam (2 hours) Unit 3 (33.3%): New Testament Studies - Exam (2 hours)
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hillingdon |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Mixed |
| Address | Yeading Lane, Hayes, UB4 9LE |
In this course, atheists, agnostics, the religious and the very religious challenge scholarly and one another’s thinking without attacking one another. Ever since humankind started to think, philosophy and morality has been a fundamental part of our development. In the 21st century, philosophy and religion still address the same eternal human questions about life and death, values and relationships, right and wrong. In Year 12 students look at arguments for and against the existence of God and moral issues such as equality, war and ethical theories. In Year 13 this is continued at a higher level with topics such as religion and morality, virtue ethics and religious experience. Over the two years there is an in depth study into the New Testament and whether we can know anything historical about Jesus.. Extra-Curricular Opportunities: Students will attend a conference chaired by the world-famous philosopher and author Peter Vardy, where students will debate and discuss issues such as euthanasia, abortion, free will and war. Additional Support: So that students are prepared for their exams, they will complete an essay per topic. This ensures that all students are confident at each stage before moving on. Students are encouraged to do independent research, but we will guide students in the right direction when they find this difficult. Throughout the two years, students will debate the issues covered, allowing them to build their confidence with the key exam skills of formulating arguments, analysis and evaluation Progression Routes: The rigorous intellectual discipline students develop will assist them in almost any further study or career. Students traditionally move on to degree courses such as Philosophy, Law, History, Politics and Psychology. However, there has been a recent rise in students combining this A Level with subjects such as Physics and Maths. Nationally, Philosophy and Ethics is the second fastest growing A Level exam subject. In terms of careers, Philosophy and Ethics is seen favourably by employers in fields such as law, medicine, the public sector and any career involving working with other people. Curriculum Leader: MR. WALLACE: swallace@barnhill.school
Five or more GCSE Grades 9-5 including English and Maths and GCSE RE or GCSE History or GCSE Geography or GCSE English Grade 6.
Unit 1 (33.3%): Philosophy Of Religion - Exam (2 hours) Unit 2 (33.3%): Religion And Ethics - Exam (2 hours) Unit 3 (33.3%): New Testament Studies - Exam (2 hours)
