Philosophy and Ethics A level

Course summary

Do you ponder the meaning of life? Why there is something instead of nothing? Why is good and bad dependent on where you are? Philosophy and ethics not only helps you to understand subject knowledge but gives you skills which you will need in everyday life. We learn how to argue constructively, think independently and challenge our own and others views which are important skills required at university and in most career paths. This course will provide you with excellent foundations to move into a variety of fields. The skills developed in Philosophy of analysing and evaluating different points of view, arguments and theories, are invaluable both at university and in the work place. You will develop these critical thinking skills through a plethora of relevant and contemporary issues. This could lead on to such university courses as: Philosophy, Sociology, Psychology or Media, or could take you into the fields of work in Journalism, Law, International Relations, Medicine or Philosophy itself. Classes have historically performed very well and students have enjoyed their time on the course.​