Course information
Religious Studies - A Level
The Thomas Adams School - Shropshire
01939237000
Lowe Hill, Wem, Shrewsbury, SY4 5UB
Course summary

Religious Studies involves studying Philosophy, Ethics and Theology. Philosophy literally means ‘The love of wisdom’ and during this part of the course you will consider ‘Ultimate Questions’ that have puzzled thinkers for thousands of years. For example: ‘What is real?’ ‘Where does the world come from?’; ‘What is the problem of evil?’ Theology involves studying the beliefs, values, teachings and practices of a religion and its response to social and historical developments. Ethics is about moral choices. It is about dilemmas of life, death, sex, violence and money. It explores human virtues and vices, rights and duties. To be interested in ethics is to be interested in life! This is an interesting, challenging and engaging course that looks at issues that are relevant to you and to the world that we live in. It will appeal to anyone with an enquiring mind, who dares to ask questions to which there may not be answers……

Entry requirements

5 in English Language or English Literature 5 in a Humanities subject

How you'll be assessed

In lessons you can expect a range of approaches, including formal teaching, discussion, debate, individual and group work. Use will also be made of the internet, media clips and films.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityShropshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressLowe Hill, Wem, Shrewsbury, SY4 5UB