Philosophy, Ethics & Belief

Philosophy, Ethics and Belief

A level | OCR

Philosophy introduces students to philosophical issues and questions raised by religion and belief, introduces the nature of God, explores how ideas within philosophy of religion have developed over time, and makes comparisons between the ideas presented in the works of key scholars. Ethics introduces ethical theory, considers what we mean when we use moral language and how ethical language has changed over time. Developments in Christian thought introduces human nature in the context of the purpose of life, the self and immortality. It introduces studies around significant social and historical developments in theology and religious thought including amongst other topics the challenges of secularisation, science, responses to pluralism and diversity within traditions.

Progression Opportunities

Religious Studies as an A level provides an excellent transition into many degree courses. The most popular degrees students go on to study with an A level degree are: Theology, English, History, Politics, Nursing, Midwifery, Sociology, Law and Philosophy.

Assessment Overview

Students are assessed on their ability to: • Select and demonstrate clearly relevant knowledge and understanding of each unit • Sustain a critical line of argument and justify a point of view. Students take a 2 hour examination on each of the three areas of study Entry Requirements

• Grade 4 in English • Grade 5 in a Humanities subject (preferably RE)