Course information
Religious Studies
Alleyne's Academy - Staffordshire
01785337400
Oulton Road, Stone, ST15 8DT
Course summary

Why choose Religious Education? • You are encouraged to engage in topical issues and acquire knowledge and a critical understanding of major issues that are relevant to learners in the 21st century. • The Russell Group of top universities has made it clear that Religious Studies A-level provides ‘suitable preparation for University generally’. • We want to share our enthusiasm and are keen to enable students to acquire skills that will prepare them for higher education or the world of work. Philosophy of Religion • Arguments for and against the existence of God • The nature and influence of religious experience • Problems of Evil and Suffering • Philosophical Language • Views of Life after death Ethics • Utilitarianism • Situation Ethics • Natural Moral Law • Ethical Language • Deontology and Virtue Ethics • Medical Ethics Buddhism • Key beliefs and teachings • Sources of wisdom and authority • Social and historical development • Works of scholars and primary texts

Entry requirements

Five different subjects* at Grades 9-4/D*-P, including English & Maths 9-4.

How you'll be assessed

Students sit examinations for full A Level qualifications in the summer period at the end of Year 13. For students in the Scholars’ Program, it may be possible to take an AS examination at the end of Year 12.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOulton Road, Stone, ST15 8DT