Religious Studies
Course Information
- Course Type School Leaver
- Subject Area Humanities and Social Sciences
- Qualification A Level 🧩
- Study Mode: Full Time
- Course Level Level 3
- Course Length 2 years
This course can be combined with others and goes well with other Humanities subjects or sciences.
Overview
This course aims to introduce you to some of the key aspects of religion and ethical issues in contemporary society. It will also cover one major Eastern religion in some depth.
Who is this course for?
Choose this course if you enjoy academic debate, having your thinking seriously challenged and your vision of the world widened.
- What you will study
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On this course you will:
- Explore the beliefs and practices of Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism
- Examine the role of Buddhism in the 21st century, such as whether it aligns with feminism and science
- Examine arguments for and against the existence of the Abrahamic God
- Consider the nature and genuineness of mystical experience
- Investigate religious language and the various ways it can be argued to be either meaningless or meaningful
- Explore the nature and historical impact of ethical theories, such as Natural Moral Law and Utilitarianism
- Investigate religious and secular concepts of Free Will and Determinism
- Improve your verbal and written skills while gaining confidence in public speaking
- Be expected to read widely and regularly on and around the subject and verbally participate in all aspects of the lessons
- Assessment
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Examination is essay based; these will take the form of either ‘explain’ or ‘evaluate’ questions.
- Entry Requirements
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Eight GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths
Progression and Careers
The critical rigour of Religious Studies is excellent preparation for university level study in the Arts and Sciences and in professions that value problem solving, independent thinking and creativity. Past students have gone on to study a range of academic subjects both in the Arts and Sciences.
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How to apply
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Applying is straightforward:
1) Complete our online application form
2) Submit your GCSE results or predicted grades
3) Attend an interview
4) Receive your offer and enrol
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