Religious Studies
Cedars Upper School - Central Bedfordshire
01525219300
Mentmore Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AE
Course summary

Interested in studying some of the BIG questions in life? Philosophy, Ethics and Theology is an academic qualification welcomed by all universities (including Russell Group) and employers; in fact, theology is one of the oldest faculties to exist at both Oxford and Cambridge. This A level will give access to a wide range of possible career and higher education opportunities. It will provide you with the opportunity to develop a range of transferable skills, including collecting, synthesising and interpreting information from a range of sources. Your findings will then need to be communicated effectively. These skills are highly sought after and recognised by universities and employers as being of great value. “Philosophy and Ethics is fascinating, full of gritty topics that are current and it makes you look at things in different ways. It has enabled me to analyse and evaluate and put forward logical, strong arguments.” “Philosophy and Ethics helps you think about things in depth and gives you space to think about the reasons for your existence.” “You learn things that are relevant to you either now or in the future. It is a fascinating subject.”

Entry requirements

- GCSE Philosophy & Ethics: grade 6 If you did not do the GCSE, you need to have GCSE English: grade 6 - 5 GCSEs graded from 9 to 4, where 3 of those GCSEs are graded at a grade 5 or above.

How you'll be assessed

100% written exams, sat at the end of Year 13 Three exams, each 2hrs in length. Each exam requires you to write three essay-style answers. Understanding of philosophical, religious & ethical thought and its contribution to individuals and society. An enquiring, critical and reflective approach. Reflecting on and developing your own values, opinions and attitudes. A rigorous critical analysis of religion and belief as well as some controversial topics and relate it to the wider world.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityCentral Bedfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressMentmore Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AE