Studying Philosophy, Theology and Ethics through the A level course in Religious Studies is intended to encourage pupils to think rigorously about fundamental questions of truth and human understanding. Through an exploration of these issues, together with a detailed study of some of the texts which have influenced the western intellectual heritage, pupils will be prepared for the study of Philosophy and Theology at university, or any other subject which requires critical thinking and analysis of complex ideas. There is no coursework, with the assessment taking the form of three exams at the end of Upper Sixth. Such a linear approach is ideally suited to a subject of this kind, since it gives candidates the opportunity to develop a full and mature understanding of the topics.
In late January the Director of Admissions allocates House places. At this time as much account as possible is taken of any preference a pupil has stated. In June, three months prior to entry, pupils visit the College to meet with Heads of Department, Housemasters, key members of staff and the Guidance Department to discuss A-level choices and tertiary education options. In August GCSE results are sent to Marlborough. All candidates (Scholars included) must achieve at least a six-grade BS or six 6’s in their GCSEs including English and Mathematics (in practice, most successful candidates will get more GCSEs at considerably higher grades than these). In September pupils arrive to begin their education at Marlborough.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Wiltshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £46,995 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Marlborough College, Bath Road, Wiltshire, SN8 1PA |
Studying Philosophy, Theology and Ethics through the A level course in Religious Studies is intended to encourage pupils to think rigorously about fundamental questions of truth and human understanding. Through an exploration of these issues, together with a detailed study of some of the texts which have influenced the western intellectual heritage, pupils will be prepared for the study of Philosophy and Theology at university, or any other subject which requires critical thinking and analysis of complex ideas. There is no coursework, with the assessment taking the form of three exams at the end of Upper Sixth. Such a linear approach is ideally suited to a subject of this kind, since it gives candidates the opportunity to develop a full and mature understanding of the topics.
In late January the Director of Admissions allocates House places. At this time as much account as possible is taken of any preference a pupil has stated. In June, three months prior to entry, pupils visit the College to meet with Heads of Department, Housemasters, key members of staff and the Guidance Department to discuss A-level choices and tertiary education options. In August GCSE results are sent to Marlborough. All candidates (Scholars included) must achieve at least a six-grade BS or six 6’s in their GCSEs including English and Mathematics (in practice, most successful candidates will get more GCSEs at considerably higher grades than these). In September pupils arrive to begin their education at Marlborough.