Religious Studies

Course summary

Students choosing to study the Religious Studies A-level course will cover three components: Philosophy of Religion, Religion and Ethics, and Developments in Christian Thought. The first component introduces studentsto key philosophical ideas and allows them to consider questions such as ‘do we have a soul?’, ‘are religious experiences credible?’ and ‘can we trust our senses?’ The second component is characterised by the study of ethical language and thought, with exploration of key concepts and the works of influential thinkers. Ethical theory will also be applied to issues of importance; namely euthanasia, business ethics, and sexual ethics. The third component provides an opportunity for the systematic study of Christianity. Students will consider the ways in which Christian traditions have developed over time, alongside religious responses to significant contemporary social issues.