Religious Studies

Assessment

Method of Assessment: Examination – 100% Unit 1: Philosophy of Religion 33.3% In depth study of Philosophical issues and questions;. The following topics will be studied throughout AS and A2. A2 Topics: -Nature of God -Religious language -20th Century viewpoints Unit 2: Ethics 33.3% In depth study of how ethical theory has underpinned Christian teachings. The following topics will be studied throughout AS and A2. A2 Topics: -Meta-ethical theories -Conscience -Sexual ethics Unit 3: Study of Religion- Development of Christian Thought 33.3% A2 Topics: -Religious pluralism and theology -Religious pluralism and society -Gender and society -Gender and theology -Challenge of secularism -Liberation theology and Marx