Religious Studies
Course summary
Many students go on to study philosophy, theology, law, criminology, medicine, sciences, philosophy, politics and economics, English, history and social sciences. Career paths could be a doctor/other medical professional, lawyer, journalist, teacher, police force, politics and business management. Component 1: A Study of Religion (Christianity or Islam) Written examination: 2 hours (33⅓% of qualification) There will be four themes within each option: - religious figures and sacred texts - religious concepts and religious life - significant social and historical developments in religious thought; (e.g. gender in Christianity) - religious practices and religious identity Component 2: Philosophy of Religion Written examination: 2 hours (33⅓% of qualification) There will be four themes within this component: - arguments for the existence of God (e.g. design argument) - challenges to religious belief (e.g. evil and suffering) - religious experience (e.g. miracles) - religious language (e.g. language games) Component 3: Religion and Ethics Written examination: 2 hours (33⅓% of qualification) There will be four themes within this component: - ethical thought - deontological ethics (e.g. natural law) - teleological ethics (e.g. utilitarian ethics) - determinism and free will
Entry Requirements
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| Requirement | Rule | You |
|---|---|---|
GCSE qualifications | 4 gcse qualifications at grade 5.0 or above | — |
Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) | Grade 5 in Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics) | — |
Mathematics | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
English Language | Grade 4 in English Language | — |
English Literature | Grade 4 in English Literature | — |
English Language Alternative route | Grade 5 in English Language | — |
English Literature Alternative route | Grade 5 in English Literature | — |
Mathematics Alternative route | Grade 4 in Mathematics | — |
As published by the school
- Sixth Form entry requirements including a grade 5 in GCSE Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics)or English. - Grade 4 or above in English and Mathematics, plus three other GCSE (or equivalent qualifications) at grade 5 or above - You must have achieved a grade 5 in the subject that you wish to study at A-Level
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Assessment
3 x 2 hour exams on each component.
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