The two year course is made up of three modules with equal weighting: Philosophy of religion. Topics include: - Ancient Greek influences on philosophy of religion, specifically looking at Plato and Aristotle - The nature of the soul mind and body - Arguments for the existence and non-existence of God - Issues in religious language - The nature and impact of religious experience - The problem of evil and suffering and its challenges to belief - Ideas about the nature and attributes of God. Religion and Ethics. Topics include: - Normative ethical theories such as Kantian ethics, natural law and situation ethics - The application of ethical theory to euthanasia and business ethics - Ethical language and thought - Debates surrounding conscience and free will - Sexual ethics and the influence of ethical thought on developments in religious belief. Developments in religious thought. Topics include: - Connections between beliefs, values and teachings both historically and in the contemporary world - Sources of religious wisdom and authority - The relationship between religion and society and how this is changing in the modern world - Christianity and Marxism - Feminist Theology - Christian attitudes towards other faiths.
GCSE Grade 5 in English Language. While some GCSE Religious Studies topics will be revisited, the strong emphasis on the contribution of scholars means that it is not necessary to have studied Religious Studies at GCSE level. If you have studied it, a 5 is required. An open and enquiring mind is essential.
Assessment is entirely by written examination. At A Level there is one 2 hour paper per unit each comprising 33.3% of the total marks. Students are required to answer three essay questions from a choice of four.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Sheffield |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Wood Lane, Sheffield, S6 5HG |
The two year course is made up of three modules with equal weighting: Philosophy of religion. Topics include: - Ancient Greek influences on philosophy of religion, specifically looking at Plato and Aristotle - The nature of the soul mind and body - Arguments for the existence and non-existence of God - Issues in religious language - The nature and impact of religious experience - The problem of evil and suffering and its challenges to belief - Ideas about the nature and attributes of God. Religion and Ethics. Topics include: - Normative ethical theories such as Kantian ethics, natural law and situation ethics - The application of ethical theory to euthanasia and business ethics - Ethical language and thought - Debates surrounding conscience and free will - Sexual ethics and the influence of ethical thought on developments in religious belief. Developments in religious thought. Topics include: - Connections between beliefs, values and teachings both historically and in the contemporary world - Sources of religious wisdom and authority - The relationship between religion and society and how this is changing in the modern world - Christianity and Marxism - Feminist Theology - Christian attitudes towards other faiths.
GCSE Grade 5 in English Language. While some GCSE Religious Studies topics will be revisited, the strong emphasis on the contribution of scholars means that it is not necessary to have studied Religious Studies at GCSE level. If you have studied it, a 5 is required. An open and enquiring mind is essential.
Assessment is entirely by written examination. At A Level there is one 2 hour paper per unit each comprising 33.3% of the total marks. Students are required to answer three essay questions from a choice of four.