Religious Studies A Level
A Level
In Leicester
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Leicester
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Duration
1 Year
Religious Studies A-level consists of 3 main areas of study in Philosophy, Ethics and Religious Thought.
Philosophy: You will study theories about the creation of the universe and the existence of God. You will also examine the debate over whether God and evil and suffering can co-exist.
Ethics: You will study how people come to make decisions on a whole range of issues. You will ask big questions: How should I behave? How must I live? Is honesty always really necessary? Is killing a person ever justified?
Religious Thought: You will focus on the key beliefs and practices of Christianity. This will also provide an opportunity to reflect on and explore the place and role of religion in the modern world.
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Government funding available
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About this course
A minimum of five GCSEs at grade A*- C or 4 - 9, or equivalent, including English Language. Essay writing skills are very important to this subject as is an ability to read independently.
Students should have a genuine interest in the impact of religion, in ethics and society, religious diversity and the study of ethics and culture. An interest in philosophy will also be very beneficial.
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Subjects
- Religious Studies
- Religion Philosophy
- Religions
- Philosophy
- Ethics
Teachers and trainers (1)
Regent College
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Course programme
Philosophy: You will study theories about the creation of the universe and the existence of God. You will also examine the debate over whether God and evil and suffering can co-exist.
Ethics: You will study how people come to make decisions on a whole range of issues. You will ask big questions: How should I behave? How must I live? Is honesty always really necessary? Is killing a person ever justified?
Religious Thought: You will focus on the key beliefs and practices of Christianity. This will also provide an opportunity to reflect on and explore the place and role of religion in the modern world.
Religious Studies A Level