AS and A2 level Religious Studies

A Level

In Farnborough

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Farnborough

  • Duration

    2 Years

Religious Studies deals with some of the most fundamental questions of life and looks at the answers that different religious traditions and philosophers have given. There is no one type of person who undertakes Religious Studies, we will approach the subject from a variety of viewpoints.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Farnborough (Hampshire)
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Prospect Avenue, GU14 8JX

Start date

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About this course

Religious Studies is open to all students including those who may not have studied the subject at GCSE. You will need to have obtained at least four GCSEs at grade C or above, including English (language) or English Literature.

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AS and A2 level Religious Studies

Religious Studies deals with some of the most fundamental questions of life and looks at the answers that different religious traditions and philosophers have given. There is no one type of person who undertakes Religious Studies, we will approach the subject from a variety of viewpoints.



In order to study these topics the Religious Studies course seeks to develop both strong skills of writing and analysis and your ability to argue logically and forcefully.

WHAT WILL I BE STUDYING ON THE COURSE?
You will be looking at two main areas of thought:

·The Philosophy of Religion -
asks such questions as: what can be achieved by subjecting religious belief to philosophical analysis? Examples of philosophical topics from the AS course include: can we prove that God definitely exists? Does the presence of evil and suffering show that God does not exist, or is not loving enough to prevent it from occurring?

In the A2 course we will look at a broader range of philosophical themes including different approaches to life after death and the nature of religious experience.

·Developments in Christian Theology
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deals with the debates that have been conducted amongst Christians about such issues as the relationship of Christianity to pressing political issues of poverty and oppression, or to the status of women. In this part of the course we will also be considering key topics that are the basis for discussions in Christian theology such as attitudes to human nature or the interpretation of the Bible.

WHAT WILL I BE DOING IN LESSONS?
As you might expect, lessons are lively and thought provoking. Difficult issues are presented in a clear and stimulating way and much of the time is spent debating the issues as a class or in small groups.

HOW WILL THE COURSE BE ASSESSED?
The AS and A2 courses each consists of two units. All units count equally towards the final grade, so that each is 25% of the overall A level.

WHAT OTHER SUBJECTS COULD I DO WITH RELIGIOUS STUDIES?
Any subject combination is possible.

AND AFTER THE COURSE?
Religious Studies is recognised as a valid entrance qualification by universities, and employers are aware that it helps to develop an individual†s ability to communicate, work with others and solve complex problems. Students go on to work in management, social work, education, nursing, and many other areas.

AS and A2 level Religious Studies

Price on request