RELIGIOUS EDUCATION

Studies of Religion Level 2

Learners will study details about specific religious traditions that will include aspects of spirituality, individual and communal faith. Studies of Religion Level 2 has an inquiry-based approach. This approach to investigating religious traditions is applied through different disciplines which include philosophy: exploring the links between belief and practice; sociology: investigating differences in religious institutions; theology: understanding how specific faiths work; history: understanding the foundation or evolution of a religious tradition.

What will I learn from this course?

Throughout this course learners will have opportunities to work both individually and in a group. They will undertake projects that investigate different religious beliefs, values and practices. Studies of Religion

Level 2 is suitable for learners who are curious about different religious views. It also suits those wishing to broaden their inquiry and communication skills.

Pathways:

1. Studies of Religion 3

2. Philosophy 3

3. Legal Studies 3

4. First Nations 3.

Studies of Religion 3

Through research and reasoned debate, students will investigate the practices, ethical perspectives and world views of religious traditions and their impact on contemporary Australian society.

Throughout the history of human civilisation, religious traditions have engaged with questions of meaning:

• What does it mean to be human?

• Can we explain the existence of suffering?

• What is truth?

• Is there really a God?

• Are reason and faith compatible?

• How does the past condition our thinking?

• How do we know what is right?

The Studies of Religion course addresses the significant challenges and ultimate questions that religious traditions have faced in the past and are still contending with in the contemporary world.

Learners may analyse these contentious challenges and questions from both theist and nontheistic perspectives.

They will also investigate how religious traditions impact on groups and individuals in society, how this interaction can broaden perspectives and how social, political and cultural factors impact on religious traditions in historical and contemporary society.

Pathways

1. humanities courses including history, sociology, philosophy and journalism

2. education, social work and law

3. medical and environmental ethics.

Community Service Learning

2

In 2024 this course is only available to students in Year 12

Through this course, you will develop an understanding of community and develop planning, organisational and leadership skills through social action. Community Service Learning encourages learners to be proactive members of their community by contributing in a range of relevant, tangible and meaningful community service activities, locally, nationally or internationally.

You will undertake a minimum of 30 hours of service to the community during Terms 1 and 2.

What will I learn from this course?

• knowledge of community service organisations and associated activities, social issues and social justice through engaging with public and/or private organisations which provide assistance and advocacy

• the value of contributing to the welfare of others in local, regional, national and/or international communities

• group/teamwork skills

• how to apply personal attributes such as acceptance of diversity, and clarify and reflect on their own beliefs, values and attitudes through exploring issues concerning social justice.