Religious Studies
Course summary
Eduqas Religious Studies A Level consists of a 2 year course ofstudy covering three key components: a study of Christianity;philosophy of religion; and religion and ethics.The study of Christianity provides learners with the opportunity to undertake an in-depth and broad study of their chosen religion covering themes ranging from religious figures and sacred texts to practices that shape religious identity.It is divided into 4 themes: Religious figures and sacred texts; Religious concepts and religious life; Significant social and historical developments in religious thought; and Religious Practices that shape religious identity.The Philosophy of religion component provides learners with the opportunity to undertake an in-depth and broad study of fundamental philosophical themes, ranging from arguments for the existence of God to the use of religious language.The final ethical component provides learners with the opportunity to undertake an in-depth and broad study of fundamental ethical themes, ranging from ethical language and thought to freewill and determinism.
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 5 gcse qualifications at grade 4.0 or above | — |
Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) | Grade 5 in Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) | — |
Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) Alternative route | Grade 5 in Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) (if taken) | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 6 in English Language | — |
English Literature Alternative route | Grade 6 in English Literature | — |
As published by the school
a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4. Students applying to the 6th Form without GCSEs but with an equivalent qualification must provide confirmation from their most recent educational establishment of courses studied, levels of attainment and equivalent grades with reference to GCSE grades 9 to 1. Additional Requirements: Grade 5 in RS if studied at GCSE. Otherwise grade 6 English Language GCSE
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Assessment
The new A Level is a stand-alone qualification that will be assessed by three written public examinations in the summer of year 13. Each 2 hour examination is equally weighted (100 marks/33.3% of total) and students answer 2 question (parts A and B) from each paper. Answers are in essay format. Each question is worth 50 marks and has 2 parts. Part A and tests both knowledge and understanding (AO1) and is worth 20 marks and part B and is 30 marks which tests evaluation and analysis (AO2). The overall weighting for each paper is 40% AO1 and 60% AO2.
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