AS: Philosophy of Religion A foundation in Religious Philosophy. Many famous Philosophers have had something (negative and positive) to say about religion and religious belief, so you'll be exploring many famous philosophers, both ancient and modern. These include Plato and Aristotle, Kant, Descartes and Hume, as well as Richard Dawkins. Topics include Greek philosophy, the arguments for the existence of God, criticisms of religious belief, and the challenge of science.Religious Ethics - Philosophy and religion are not just 'thinking' subjects. They have real impacts in the way in which decisions are made throughout life. As well as learning how these ethical theories are developed, you'll apply them to real life situations such as abortion, euthanasia and genetic engineering. A2 Philosophy of Religion At A2, the wider ideas about the nature of truth, and discussion of how philosophers and religious groups talk about God, are introduced. How can you prove anything to be true, and how can you know anything about a being supposedly outside of our ability to understand? We assess the validity of the Bible, whether we have a soul, as well as evidence for and against life after death. Religious experiences, from 'miracles' through to 'conversions' are also featured.Religious Ethics Continuing on with the themes of AS, this year involves examination of meta-ethics, and how far we can be said to have free will, or whether life is determined for us, What influences are there on science, and where does it come from? What do different philosophers say about sex and sexual ethics, and how do ideas influence environmental policies?
Name: Religious Studies Philosophy and Ethics Qualification title: Religious Studies Philosophy and Ethics Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding - Created 20161025 14:59:18 Updated 20161025 14:59:18
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