Religious Studies

Course summary

Everyone has heard of great thinkers like Plato, Aristotle and St Thomas Aquinas, but what did they actually do? Philosophy translates to “Lover of Wisdom." It is the study of fundamental questions of existence, purpose, language and ethics. Philosophy is the basis from which all forms of science spring, questioning not just the things in the world but their purpose and meaning also. It is a blend of logic, science and religion to come to an overall answer. Ethics also springs from this field, studying the meaning and basis of our ideas of right and wrong, working out whether we can ever make meaningful statements about the way in which we act. Students studying Philosophy & Ethics will engage in the questions of the existence of God, Morality, the Afterlife and breaking down the positions people take on these. They will gain insights into the structure of rational arguments and differing views on issues of morality and the world, developing their understanding of these arguments and their own worldview. The Study of Philosophy is a great path into many career paths, as it demonstrates an understanding of the broader world and the ability to develop clear and evidenced arguments on complex issues.