Religious Studies

Course summary

This is a fascinating course that looks at questions such as: ‘Can we know that God exists? ’‘Why is there evil and suffering?’ ‘Is it ever morally right to go to war?’ ‘Are abortions acceptable?’ The course gives students the opportunity to develop their philosophical thinking skills and put very famous arguments to the test. It is an excellent preparation for university, as we encourage learning through discussion, engagement with famous primary texts and independent research. Philosophy and Ethics students go on to higher education to study a wide range of courses including Religious Studies, Theology, Philosophy, Law, Sociology and the Social Sciences. Careers include legal and medical services, Journalism and publishing, education and social work, broadcast, film, video and media sectors.