Throughout the two year course students will engage with many philosophical and theological themes. The linear Religious Studies course consists of three components which will cover three topics: Philosophy, Ethics and Religion. ■ The first component focuses on philosophical themes and influences, stemming back from Ancient Greek thinkers to modern day philosophy. Students will get the opportunity to engage with their own philosophical insights and be prepared to debate topics such as: the existence of God, whether human beings are all material or have a soul and the problem of evil. ■ The second component focuses on ethical theories and debated ethical topics. Students will study theorists who have adapted views on how we should behave and apply those theories into the ethical issues of euthanasia and business practice. This component will allow students to engage in highly controversial topics and build skills in critical thinking. ■ The third component is a purely theological element of the OCR Religious Studies course. This topic allows for students to study the relevance of Christianity today and the impact it has on individual lives. Topics range from ‘The person of Jesus Christ’ to ‘death and the afterlife.’
Prospective students should have at least 5 GCSES at grade 5 and above. Students should also have a grade 5 or above in English Language and Literature. Completion of Religious Studies at GCSE is desirable but not necessary
Philosophy of religion (01) 2 hour written paper (33.3% of total A Level). Religion and ethics (02) 2 hour written paper (33.3% of total A Level). Developments in religious thoughts (03) 2 hour written paper (33.3% of total A Level).
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| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Breck Rd, Wallasey, CH44 3HS |
Throughout the two year course students will engage with many philosophical and theological themes. The linear Religious Studies course consists of three components which will cover three topics: Philosophy, Ethics and Religion. ■ The first component focuses on philosophical themes and influences, stemming back from Ancient Greek thinkers to modern day philosophy. Students will get the opportunity to engage with their own philosophical insights and be prepared to debate topics such as: the existence of God, whether human beings are all material or have a soul and the problem of evil. ■ The second component focuses on ethical theories and debated ethical topics. Students will study theorists who have adapted views on how we should behave and apply those theories into the ethical issues of euthanasia and business practice. This component will allow students to engage in highly controversial topics and build skills in critical thinking. ■ The third component is a purely theological element of the OCR Religious Studies course. This topic allows for students to study the relevance of Christianity today and the impact it has on individual lives. Topics range from ‘The person of Jesus Christ’ to ‘death and the afterlife.’
Prospective students should have at least 5 GCSES at grade 5 and above. Students should also have a grade 5 or above in English Language and Literature. Completion of Religious Studies at GCSE is desirable but not necessary
Philosophy of religion (01) 2 hour written paper (33.3% of total A Level). Religion and ethics (02) 2 hour written paper (33.3% of total A Level). Developments in religious thoughts (03) 2 hour written paper (33.3% of total A Level).