In the first year (AS), three exciting and diverse topics are studied: The Philosophy of Religion, Ethics and Religion, and Islam. To complete the A Level, the AS topics are explored in further detail. Key debates on morals, ethics and their application to contemporary issues such as human embryo cloning and capital punishment are analyzed.
Grade ‘6’ or above in Humanities (GCSE History, Geography or Religious Studies).
To complete the AS course, students will complete three, 1 hour 30 min written examinations at the end of the first year. The A Level course is assessed by three, two-hour written examinations at the end of the second year. Paper 1 will assess the Philosophy of Religion. Paper 2 will assess Religion and Ethics. Paper 3 will assess Islam. The papers comprise of 20 and 30-mark essay questions.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Preston New Road, Blackburn, BB2 7AD |
In the first year (AS), three exciting and diverse topics are studied: The Philosophy of Religion, Ethics and Religion, and Islam. To complete the A Level, the AS topics are explored in further detail. Key debates on morals, ethics and their application to contemporary issues such as human embryo cloning and capital punishment are analyzed.
Grade ‘6’ or above in Humanities (GCSE History, Geography or Religious Studies).
To complete the AS course, students will complete three, 1 hour 30 min written examinations at the end of the first year. The A Level course is assessed by three, two-hour written examinations at the end of the second year. Paper 1 will assess the Philosophy of Religion. Paper 2 will assess Religion and Ethics. Paper 3 will assess Islam. The papers comprise of 20 and 30-mark essay questions.