Religious Studies GCSE (AQA)

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Religious Studies is a compulsory foundation subject throughout both primary and secondary education. At KS4 students have the opportunity to gain recognition for this study by sitting a full GCSE qualification. The syllabus covered is AQA ‘B’ and the units currently studied are: ‘Worship and Key Beliefs’ and ‘Religion and Life Issues’. There is no element of coursework. Religious Studies is an engaging, stimulating and intellectually demanding course. It is a well-established academic subject, highly regarded by universities and professions such as journalism, social care and community work, childcare and education, police work, business and law, charity and diplomatic work. It is a subject that encourages discussion and debate, thoughtful reflection, and the skills to assess and critically analyse different opinions and beliefs in an atmosphere of mutual tolerance and respect. Religious Studies is also a popular subject at A-Level in our Sixth Form, offering a course in Philosophy and Ethics

Course information

Name: Religious Studies GCSE (AQA) Qualification title: Religious Studies GCSE (AQA) Qualification type: GCSE or equivalent Assessment Students are assessed in two written examinations taken during the Summer term in year 11. Together these provide a full GCSE qualification. There is no coursework Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20151118 12:01:41 Updated 20151118 12:03:31

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Otley Prince Henry's Grammar School Specialist Language College
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Address

Farnley Lane Town: Otley

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