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Religious Studies

What is Religious Studies A Level?

Discussions of religion, religious beliefs and the relevance of a belief in God are constantly in the media. This Religious Studies course will give you the opportunity to engage with, and respond to, some of the most important questions facing society today. By the end of your Religious Studies A-Level, you will be able to explain, interpret and compare religious beliefs and apply them to a range of philosophical and ethical issues.

What Will You Study in A-Level Ethics, Philosophy and Religion?

Ethics:

The Meaning of ‘Good’ and the Extent of Human Freedom
Ways of Making Moral Decisions
Human and Animal Ethical Issues
Does Everyone Have a Conscience?

Philosophy of Religion:

Arguments For and Against the Existence of God
The Possibility of Religious Experiences and Miracles
The Possibility of Life after Death and the Existence of the Soul
Is it Meaningful to Talk about God?

Christianity:

Contrasting Beliefs and Practices, including Ideas about God and the Afterlife
The Purpose of Life, Good Conduct and Morality relating to War and Weapons of Mass Destruction
Debates Surrounding Gender and Sexuality in Christianity
Challenges to Christianity in the Modern World, including Science and Secularisation

What Next after Completing A-Level Ethics, Philosophy and Religion?

As well as progressing to degrees in Ethics, Religious Studies and Theology, past students have also studied subjects including History, Philosophy, Sociology, Law, English, Politics and Mathematics. As the need to understand religion becomes ever more important, combined degrees linking Religious Studies with other subjects, are also increasingly popular. Our students have gone on to lead successful careers in teaching, welfare services, law, politics, the civil service, management and accountancy.

What is the Exam Board for A-Level Ethics, Philosophy and Religion?

AQA

What are the Entry Requirements for A-Level Ethics, Philosophy and Religion?

At least five 5s at GCSE, including at least a 6 in English Language or English Literature.

Have you considered studying a Mixed Programme (A-Levels and Btecs) Whether you’re on target to achieve five 5s in your GCSEs or not there may still be an option to study A-Levels alongside a BTEC qualification at Newman.

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