A Level Religious Studies

National Extension College

A Level

Distance

£ 545 VAT inc.

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Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Methodology

    Distance Learning

  • Class hours

    300h

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Religion is a provocative and timeless issue, and one that makes for a fascinating subject to study. This distance learning religious studies course, designed to be interesting and relevant to people of any or indeed no religious persuasion, takes a close look at the New Testament, explores the relationship between religion and science, and examines modern issues such as environmental problems from a religious perspective. Sure to be an extremely thought-provoking programme, our home study A level explores the nature of religion and religious philosophy, encourages a questioning approach and will help you develop skills of critique that will be useful when studying any other subject.

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About this course

There is no requirement to have studied Religious Studies before. However, this course provides the opportunity to build on knowledge, understanding and skills gained in Religious Studies GCSE.

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  • A Level
  • Religious Studies

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NEC Personal Tutor

NEC Personal Tutor

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NEC has selected a team of professional tutors to provide support and guidance to its learners and ensure you get all the help you need to succeed on your course. We use strict criteria when employing our tutors, only choosing those who can demonstrate expert knowledge in their field and who we can be sure will be able to provide the support our learners need. Most of our tutors also work or have worked as teachers and trainers, so they’re used to helping students and are familiar with the difficulties they might face.

Course programme

An important course of study for anyone looking to develop an understanding of human nature and the world around us.

This course is designed to be accessible to candidates of any religious persuasion. In all cultures and throughout history people have always established religious systems and ideas in their search to understand both themselves and the world around them.

NEC's 'A' level in Religious Studies considers the fundamental questions of human existence, examining issues such as the relationship between religion and science, and religious philosophy.

In addition, you will be able to develop critical and analytical skills as you study the New Testament. The course will fully prepare students for the exam, and provides a good grounding for either further education or a career in any number of fields.

Topics include
  • The design argument
  • Creation
  • Quantum mechanics and a religious world view
  • Miracles
  • Kant and ethics
  • Natural Law and ethic
  • Religious views of the created world
  • Environment, both local and world wide

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