Full Time AS/ A2 Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking AS/A2

Entry Requirements
You need the normal college entry requirements for an AS programme including GCSE English at C or above.

Course content
Critical Thinking is a form of reflective reasoning which analyses and evaluates information and arguments by applying a range of intellectual skills in order to reach clear, logical and coherent judgements within a given context. This course provides students with a balanced study of the principles that underlie the subject of Critical Thinking.
The course encourages students to :
Understand the importance of examining knowledge and beliefs critically.
Recognise, analyse and evaluate their own and others` beliefs and knowledge claims in a variety of contexts.
Recognise and evaluate assumptions.
Evaluate reasoning of different kinds, including common and important species of reasoning.
Make connections and synthesise information and arguments.
Generate their own arguments and express them clearly.

How Will I Be Assessed?
Assessment is through written examination. There are two papers for AS and two for A2.

What Could I Do Next?
The course offers students a good foundation for progression into a range of courses in further and higher education. Students will also find critical thinking skills of great benefit in preparation for a wide range of careers in the following fields: Law, Social Sciences, Journalism, Medicine, Business and Engineering.

Are There Any Special Expenses?
No.