In a rapidly changing world, young people seek to find their place. By studying the triumvirate of religion, philosophy and ethics, students will be able to draw on subjects vital to understanding and flourishing in the modern world. RPE provides critical skills through its academic approach. The curriculum has a rigorous focus on the development of an analytical perspective on differing approaches and world views. The curriculum enhances skills such as producing concise and persuasive arguments, both in written and verbal contexts. RPE students will gain skills and confidence in discussing religious and philosophical distinctions, which will improve their ability to communicate and collaborate in the workplace and the world. Of the three components, Philosophy considers the fundamental questions of existence such as ‘Why are we here’ and ‘What is truth?’. Of all the world faiths, Hinduism is the oldest and it has influenced the beliefs and practices of all religions, including the birth of geometry and numeracy. It is a fascinating belief system and has had a vast cultural influence in the Indian subcontinent and beyond. The Religion element of this course considers these factors in depth. Of all the books in the Western world, none has affected culture more than the New Testament, as it has influenced the moral, political and cultural ethos of so many countries. The Religion element of this course considers these factors in depth. Ethics involves the study of language such as ‘good’ and ‘evil’, ‘right’ and ‘wrong’. It provides a study of different ethical approaches and most significantly an analysis of sexual ethics, medical ethics, and war – all of which are developing so quickly as to outstrip traditional ethical interpretations. To study A-Level RPE you do not need to be religious and nor do you have had to have completed Religious Studies at GCSE.
Before being accepted into the Sixth Form on our standard academic programme, we would normally expect you to have acquired a minimum of five GCSE passes at grade 5 or above on the new 9-1 grading scale (grade C and above for A*-G Welsh and some iGCSE programmes). However, individual circumstances and choice of subjects are taken into account. A prospective student for an individual A-level subject should achieve at least a grade 5 in that subject at GCSE. In some subjects, higher GCSE grades are required. Modern foreign languages require a grade 6 at GCSE and science subjects (biology, chemistry, physics) require a grade 7 (double 7 in combined science), although a grade 6 may be considered in exceptional circumstances. Those wishing to study mathematics will have a minimum of a grade 7 at GCSE, while for further mathematics it is grade 8. For psychology A-level, it is expected that students will have a least grade 5 in GCSE English language, mathematics and at least one science. New students – UK: Every year we welcome new students from both independent and state schools into our Sixth Form. Every applicant is considered individually. If you are available, please come to our Open Evening in October. We also recommend you visit us on a normal school day where you will have the chance to meet the Headmaster, Head of Sixth Form and current students. Offers are made on the basis of an interview and are conditional on your GCSE results. New students – International: International students are expected to have a reasonable competence in spoken and written English on arrival at West Buckland and the ability to progress with the specialist support of the EAL department. Overseas students applying to study at West Buckland should provide the following to start their application: • Copies of their last two school reports. • A piece of their handwriting (one to two sides of A4), written in English, telling us about themselves, their hobbies and interests.
Each component is 33% of the final exams. Paper 1: Philosophy of Religion Paper 2: Religion and Ethics Paper 3: Study of Religion: Hinduism Students need to make connections between all approaches studied. The comparison of the writings of scholars is a key element in the new criteria to explore differing viewpoints about the development of ideas.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £9,090 - £20,640; Boarding £27,090 - £40,290 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | West Buckland, Barnstaple, EX32 0SX |
In a rapidly changing world, young people seek to find their place. By studying the triumvirate of religion, philosophy and ethics, students will be able to draw on subjects vital to understanding and flourishing in the modern world. RPE provides critical skills through its academic approach. The curriculum has a rigorous focus on the development of an analytical perspective on differing approaches and world views. The curriculum enhances skills such as producing concise and persuasive arguments, both in written and verbal contexts. RPE students will gain skills and confidence in discussing religious and philosophical distinctions, which will improve their ability to communicate and collaborate in the workplace and the world. Of the three components, Philosophy considers the fundamental questions of existence such as ‘Why are we here’ and ‘What is truth?’. Of all the world faiths, Hinduism is the oldest and it has influenced the beliefs and practices of all religions, including the birth of geometry and numeracy. It is a fascinating belief system and has had a vast cultural influence in the Indian subcontinent and beyond. The Religion element of this course considers these factors in depth. Of all the books in the Western world, none has affected culture more than the New Testament, as it has influenced the moral, political and cultural ethos of so many countries. The Religion element of this course considers these factors in depth. Ethics involves the study of language such as ‘good’ and ‘evil’, ‘right’ and ‘wrong’. It provides a study of different ethical approaches and most significantly an analysis of sexual ethics, medical ethics, and war – all of which are developing so quickly as to outstrip traditional ethical interpretations. To study A-Level RPE you do not need to be religious and nor do you have had to have completed Religious Studies at GCSE.
Before being accepted into the Sixth Form on our standard academic programme, we would normally expect you to have acquired a minimum of five GCSE passes at grade 5 or above on the new 9-1 grading scale (grade C and above for A*-G Welsh and some iGCSE programmes). However, individual circumstances and choice of subjects are taken into account. A prospective student for an individual A-level subject should achieve at least a grade 5 in that subject at GCSE. In some subjects, higher GCSE grades are required. Modern foreign languages require a grade 6 at GCSE and science subjects (biology, chemistry, physics) require a grade 7 (double 7 in combined science), although a grade 6 may be considered in exceptional circumstances. Those wishing to study mathematics will have a minimum of a grade 7 at GCSE, while for further mathematics it is grade 8. For psychology A-level, it is expected that students will have a least grade 5 in GCSE English language, mathematics and at least one science. New students – UK: Every year we welcome new students from both independent and state schools into our Sixth Form. Every applicant is considered individually. If you are available, please come to our Open Evening in October. We also recommend you visit us on a normal school day where you will have the chance to meet the Headmaster, Head of Sixth Form and current students. Offers are made on the basis of an interview and are conditional on your GCSE results. New students – International: International students are expected to have a reasonable competence in spoken and written English on arrival at West Buckland and the ability to progress with the specialist support of the EAL department. Overseas students applying to study at West Buckland should provide the following to start their application: • Copies of their last two school reports. • A piece of their handwriting (one to two sides of A4), written in English, telling us about themselves, their hobbies and interests.
Each component is 33% of the final exams. Paper 1: Philosophy of Religion Paper 2: Religion and Ethics Paper 3: Study of Religion: Hinduism Students need to make connections between all approaches studied. The comparison of the writings of scholars is a key element in the new criteria to explore differing viewpoints about the development of ideas.