This course in Philosophy, Ethics, and Religion explores the really big questions about our existence, such as: • Is there a God? • How did the universe come about? • Does evolution disprove the existence of God? • Why is there so much evil and suffering? • Is religious belief explained by Psychology? • Is there evidence of an afterlife? • Are there supernatural miracles? • What determines right from wrong? • Can killing ever be justified? • Is it right to experiment on animals? • Do we have free will? In addition, this course involves an in-depth study of the religion of Buddhism. Themes within the study of religion include religious figures and sacred texts; religious concepts and religious life; significant social and historical developments in religious thought; religious practices and religious identity. This course is designed to encourage you to adopt an enquiring, critical, and reflective approach to the study of philosophical problems and religion. You are expected to develop your own values, opinions, and attitudes in light of your studies. This is a subject that appeals to students who enjoy reading and thinking, are keen to explore debates and arguments and who find it exciting to challenge everyday assumptions about existence and reality.
Six GCSEs grade 9–4 including English Language (must include at least two GCSEs at 5 or above for A-Level courses). A minimum of grade 5 in GCSE English Language is required.
Written examinations are taken at the end of the course. Questions are mainly of the essay type. Regular internal assessments will take place throughout the course, in a wide variety of formats. A formal mock exam may be provided towards the end of the first year.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RJ |
This course in Philosophy, Ethics, and Religion explores the really big questions about our existence, such as: • Is there a God? • How did the universe come about? • Does evolution disprove the existence of God? • Why is there so much evil and suffering? • Is religious belief explained by Psychology? • Is there evidence of an afterlife? • Are there supernatural miracles? • What determines right from wrong? • Can killing ever be justified? • Is it right to experiment on animals? • Do we have free will? In addition, this course involves an in-depth study of the religion of Buddhism. Themes within the study of religion include religious figures and sacred texts; religious concepts and religious life; significant social and historical developments in religious thought; religious practices and religious identity. This course is designed to encourage you to adopt an enquiring, critical, and reflective approach to the study of philosophical problems and religion. You are expected to develop your own values, opinions, and attitudes in light of your studies. This is a subject that appeals to students who enjoy reading and thinking, are keen to explore debates and arguments and who find it exciting to challenge everyday assumptions about existence and reality.
Six GCSEs grade 9–4 including English Language (must include at least two GCSEs at 5 or above for A-Level courses). A minimum of grade 5 in GCSE English Language is required.
Written examinations are taken at the end of the course. Questions are mainly of the essay type. Regular internal assessments will take place throughout the course, in a wide variety of formats. A formal mock exam may be provided towards the end of the first year.