Religious Studies Philosophy and Ethics A Level

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A Level

Course information

Name: Religious Studies Philosophy and Ethics A Level Qualification title: Religious Studies Philosophy and Ethics A Level Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Content and Assessment The course investigates a number of philosophical, religious and ethical enquires from a variety of different standpoints. It focuses on some of the world’s most influential philosophers, ethicists and religious people and explores a wide range of beliefs, practices, concepts and theories. All students will be examined in 3 units at the end of the assessment year. The Units studied at AS Level will include: • Philosophy of Religion Philosophical issues and questions; the nature and influence of religious experience; Problems of evil and suffering; Philosophical language; Works of scholars; Influences of developments in religious belief. • Religion and Ethics Significant concepts in issues or debates in religion and ethics; a study of three ethical theories; Application of ethical theories to issues of importance; Ethical language; Deontology, Virtue Ethics and the works of scholars; Medical ethics: beginning and end of life issues. • Study of Religion – Islam Religious beliefs, values and teachings; Sources of wisdom and authority; Practices that shape and express religious identity; Social and historical developments; Works of scholars; Religion and Society; Primary texts. A Level Pupils will further enhance their knowledge and understanding on the three modules studied during their AS course. They will complete 3 assessments at the end of the year on; Philosophy of Religion, Religion and Ethics and the Study of Religion with a particular focus on Islam. The course will be presented using a variety of teaching methods. This will include normal classroom teaching and discussion, student led seminars, opportunities for independent research and outside speakers. Students have access to the most up to date materials available – including CD-Rom versions of textbooks, an extremely well equipped library collection and resources from the VLE. Awarding - Created 20151103 10:11:32 Updated 20161013 12:28:33

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Jack Hunt School
Foundation School
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Address

Ledbury Road Town: Peterborough