The OCR A Level H573 Religious Studies course will suit those with enquiring minds who would relish the chance to discuss complex issues by questioning the world around them. Indeed, the subject often raises more questions than answers, and we strive to inspire students to engage with topical issues which often are ‘unanswerable’. By choosing this course, you will learn how to think logically, analyse critically and reflect on your attitudes. Lessons will be varied and informative with an emphasis on thoughtful discussion and critical thinking. Our well-resourced department library, together with the fantastic school library, provides ample opportunity to cement your understanding of the course as well as explore the subject beyond the specification. The department regularly attracts high-profile speakers who help students develop their love for the subject, as well as providing an early insight into what studying at university could entail. Several students choose to apply for Philosophy and/or Theology (or related subjects) at universities all over the world, and regular uni prep sessions delivered by subject experts give these applicants the best opportunity for success. Students are encouraged to participate in the Philosophy Reading Group, help produce ‘The Thinker’ magazine, run the Junior Philosophy Society and attend lectures outside school. We also attend annual conferences led by leading experts across a range of subjects.
For popular courses such as Economics, English Literature, History, Medicine, or Psychology, all of the competitive universities require at least grade AAA at A Level or, usually, a score of 37-39 IB points; the most competitive require A*AA (or even occasionally A*A*A) or 7 points in one or more HL subject. Universities such as Bath, Bristol, Durham, Imperial, Manchester, UCL and Warwick may also require A*AA or 7 points in an HL subject for courses in Sciences, Engineering or Mathematics; a few of these courses will require IB students to have 7 points in a specific HL Science or Mathematics and A Level students to have A* in a specific Science or Mathematics. Cambridge currently requires a minimum of A Level grades of A*AA for all Arts courses and for Psychological and Behavioural Sciences, and A*A*A for all Science courses, Computer Science and Economics. Irrespective of course, the standard IB requirement is 40-42 points, including 776 in the three Higher Level subjects. In practice, however, higher (or lower) offers are sometimes made to both A Level and IB students; these are decided on an individual basis. Oxford currently requires A Level grades of AAA for all Arts courses and for Human Sciences, A*AA for most Science courses, Economics and Management, Geography, and Psychology, Philosophy & Linguistics, and A*A*A for Chemistry, Engineering and Mathematics courses. Irrespective of course, the standard IB requirement is 38-40 points with 666-776 in the three Higher Level subjects. Unlike at Cambridge, these entry requirements are standardised across the university and are rarely raised or lowered.
Philosophy of Religion (33.3%) An examination of key philosophical issues and questions, such as: ● Is the body more than just a physical substance? ● How did the universe come into existence? ● Why is there so much evil and suffering in the world? ● Is there life after death? If so, in what form? ● Is it meaningful to speak about God? ● Is the universe designed? If so, who designed it? Religion and Ethics (33.3%) An exploration of key ethical issues and questions, such as: ● What do we mean when we say ‘good’, ‘bad’, ‘right’, and ‘wrong’? ● Do the ends ever justify the means? ● Should businesses focus more on their employees, or purely on profits? ● Does it matter who we love? ● Where does the conscience come from? ● Is assisted dying ever morally acceptable? Developments in Christian Thought (33.3%) The students study Christian beliefs, values and teachings including how they have developed historically and how they are presently discussed. Questions discussed will include: ● Is hell a place, an idea, or a symbol? ● Are Christianity and feminism compatible? ● Would a loving God deny any human being salvation? ● Was Jesus nothing more than a political liberator? ● Does Original Sin mean that humans can never be morally good? ● Is faith sufficient reason to believe in God?
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hammersmith and Fulham |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £26,831 |
| Address | Iffley Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 0PG |
The OCR A Level H573 Religious Studies course will suit those with enquiring minds who would relish the chance to discuss complex issues by questioning the world around them. Indeed, the subject often raises more questions than answers, and we strive to inspire students to engage with topical issues which often are ‘unanswerable’. By choosing this course, you will learn how to think logically, analyse critically and reflect on your attitudes. Lessons will be varied and informative with an emphasis on thoughtful discussion and critical thinking. Our well-resourced department library, together with the fantastic school library, provides ample opportunity to cement your understanding of the course as well as explore the subject beyond the specification. The department regularly attracts high-profile speakers who help students develop their love for the subject, as well as providing an early insight into what studying at university could entail. Several students choose to apply for Philosophy and/or Theology (or related subjects) at universities all over the world, and regular uni prep sessions delivered by subject experts give these applicants the best opportunity for success. Students are encouraged to participate in the Philosophy Reading Group, help produce ‘The Thinker’ magazine, run the Junior Philosophy Society and attend lectures outside school. We also attend annual conferences led by leading experts across a range of subjects.
For popular courses such as Economics, English Literature, History, Medicine, or Psychology, all of the competitive universities require at least grade AAA at A Level or, usually, a score of 37-39 IB points; the most competitive require A*AA (or even occasionally A*A*A) or 7 points in one or more HL subject. Universities such as Bath, Bristol, Durham, Imperial, Manchester, UCL and Warwick may also require A*AA or 7 points in an HL subject for courses in Sciences, Engineering or Mathematics; a few of these courses will require IB students to have 7 points in a specific HL Science or Mathematics and A Level students to have A* in a specific Science or Mathematics. Cambridge currently requires a minimum of A Level grades of A*AA for all Arts courses and for Psychological and Behavioural Sciences, and A*A*A for all Science courses, Computer Science and Economics. Irrespective of course, the standard IB requirement is 40-42 points, including 776 in the three Higher Level subjects. In practice, however, higher (or lower) offers are sometimes made to both A Level and IB students; these are decided on an individual basis. Oxford currently requires A Level grades of AAA for all Arts courses and for Human Sciences, A*AA for most Science courses, Economics and Management, Geography, and Psychology, Philosophy & Linguistics, and A*A*A for Chemistry, Engineering and Mathematics courses. Irrespective of course, the standard IB requirement is 38-40 points with 666-776 in the three Higher Level subjects. Unlike at Cambridge, these entry requirements are standardised across the university and are rarely raised or lowered.
Philosophy of Religion (33.3%) An examination of key philosophical issues and questions, such as: ● Is the body more than just a physical substance? ● How did the universe come into existence? ● Why is there so much evil and suffering in the world? ● Is there life after death? If so, in what form? ● Is it meaningful to speak about God? ● Is the universe designed? If so, who designed it? Religion and Ethics (33.3%) An exploration of key ethical issues and questions, such as: ● What do we mean when we say ‘good’, ‘bad’, ‘right’, and ‘wrong’? ● Do the ends ever justify the means? ● Should businesses focus more on their employees, or purely on profits? ● Does it matter who we love? ● Where does the conscience come from? ● Is assisted dying ever morally acceptable? Developments in Christian Thought (33.3%) The students study Christian beliefs, values and teachings including how they have developed historically and how they are presently discussed. Questions discussed will include: ● Is hell a place, an idea, or a symbol? ● Are Christianity and feminism compatible? ● Would a loving God deny any human being salvation? ● Was Jesus nothing more than a political liberator? ● Does Original Sin mean that humans can never be morally good? ● Is faith sufficient reason to believe in God?
