Religious Studies

Course summary

Philosophy is the study of the most important questions that human beings ask. You will explore questions such as: What is reality? What does it mean to be human? What arguments might suggest that God exists? How effective are those arguments? What do religious experiences mean? Why is there evil and suffering in the world? What language can we use to talk about God? Ethics is the study of morality. You will explore questions such as: What is goodness? Is there a natural law that we should all follow? Does morality change with different circumstances? Is euthanasia morally acceptable? Do businesses have a responsibility to society? How do different thinkers respond to premarital sex and homosexuality? What is conscience? Theology is the study of religious teaching and belief. You will explore questions such as: Who is Jesus? What do Christians believe happens after death? What duties do Christians have towards the state? Are all religions equal? Does religion oppress women? Should Christians adapt to a more secular world?