AS and A Level Religious Studies
A Level
In Southampton
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Southampton
This is a course which looks at the philosophy of religion and the ethics of many modern day issues.
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Government funding available
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About this course
You will need: At least five GCSEs at grade C or above to include English Language. You do not need to have taken Religious Studies at GCSE, Because: you need to enjoy discussions and looking at ideas from different points of view you need to be interested in philosophical and ethical issues.
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Course programme
This is a course which looks at the philosophy of religion and the ethics of many modern day issues.
What does the course consist of?
In Year 1 you will study units 1 and 2 for an AS Level. In Year 2 you will take units 3 and 4 to complete the full Advanced Level.
Unit 1: Philosophy of religion
This looks at arguments for the existence of God and challenges to religious belief such as the problem of evil and suffering. You will look at the challenges of psychology and science to religious belief. You will also look at Ancient Greek influences on religious philosophy such as Plato and Aristotle.
You will be assessed by examination
Unit 2: Religious ethics
This looks at religious ethics such as medical ethics, abortion, euthanasia, genetic engineering and embryo research. You will also look at the ethics of war and peace.
You will be assessed by examination
Unit 3: Philosophy of religion
This takes a deeper look at religious philosophy and includes issues such as the distinction between the body and the soul, life after death, the concept of a miracle and a religious language.
You will be assessed by examination
Unit 4: Religious ethics
This covers ethical concepts such as the conscience, free will and moral responsibility. Practical ethics include environmental ethics, sex and relationships and business ethics.
You will be assessed by examination
What else do I need to know?
There will be a variety of activities which include group work and discussion based lessons. We have a wide range of books in the library. You can also use the networked CD-ROM and Internet. This course combines with any other subject but there are particular links with Law, Sociology, Psychology and Science.
This is a useful course generally and could lead to a career in teaching, the civil service, publishing and the media.
The typical size of the group is about 10-15 students and pass rates have in the past been excellent.
AS and A Level Religious Studies