Philosophy & Ethics A Level

WHAT DO I NEED TO STUDY THIS COURSE?

To study A Level Philosophy and Ethics, you will need to have achieved GCSE English Language at grade 5 or better, GCSE Mathematics at grade 5 or better plus at least three additional GCSEs at grades 4 or better.

IS THIS COURSE FOR ME?

A-Level Philosophy and Ethics is for those who are curious and enjoy debating key issues about life and society. It encompasses the study of Philosophy, Ethics and Theology.

Philosophy is about thinking. It is about finding out about how and whether things make sense.

Ethics is about living. It explores the different ways people come to make decisions.

Theology is about what people believe. It looks at where beliefs have come from and how they apply particular contexts.

WHERE WILL THIS COURSE TAKE ME?

The study of Philosophy and Ethics allows you to acquire a range of skills which will support you in future life. The knowledge and skills developed across this course will prepare students well for a range of courses in higher education and, beyond that, in employment generally.

We prepare students for careers such as teaching, social work, law, journalism, civil service and many more!

WHAT WILL I LEARN

There are three distinct strands across the course:
• A Study of Religion
• Philosophy of Religion
• Religion and Ethics

YEAR 1

A Study of Christianity:
• Religious Figures and Sacred Texts
• Religious Practices that Shape Religious Identity

Philosophy of Religion:
• Arguments for the Existence of God
• Challenges to Religious Belief
Religion and Ethics:
• Ethical Thought
• Teleological Ethics

YEAR 2

A Study of Christianity:
• Religious Concepts and Religious Life
• Significant Social and Historical Developments in Religious Thought

Philosophy of Religion
• Religious Language
• Religious Experience

Religion and Ethics
• Deontological Ethics
• Determinism and Free Will

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

3 x 2 hour examinations at the end of the course

FURTHER INFORMATION:
See Mr T Martin