Philosophy is one of the most interesting and thought-provoking subjects that you can study at A Level, investigating the enquiring minds of Plato, Aristotle and some of the greatest Philosophers to have ever existed. One important reason for studying Philosophy is that it is the foundation of everything. Everyone engages in philosophy daily without realising what they are doing. It deals with fundamental questions about the meaning of our existence. At some point in our lives, most of us have asked ourselves some philosophical questions. For example, are our lives real or is it a dream? What makes something right or wrong? Philosophy also sharpens our ability to think, analyse arguments and come to a conclusion. These are important and essential skills which can be transferred and used in jobs like Journalism, Law, Maths, Science and Medicine and many more. Many people who study philosophy go on to study these subject areas at university. It also helps us engage in discussions on ethical dilemmas and recognise that people have different value systems and that we should be more open-minded to differences in beliefs and other ways of life.
All students wishing to study in the Sixth Form at St Catherine’s are expected to have achieved six GCSEs at grades 6-9, including a grade 4 in Maths and English. They generally gain a grade 7 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level; however, if a student is close to this level and shows aptitude and willingness in other ways, entry can be discussed with the Headmistress.
Students study a challenging and evoking course following the AQA Specification Religious Studies. The course is split evenly over three areas of Philosophy, Ethics and Christian Theology and is assessed in two 3-hour exams at the end of Year 13. The Philosophy course at St Catherine’s is ideal for students who enjoy discussing and debating some of life’s big questions on the existence of God and the problem of evil, who enjoy sharing their personal views and who have a love of reading about historically great leaders of Faith and Philosophy. St Catherine’s also offers a Core RE course for all students in Years 12 and 13 where students focus on leadership in faith. They study a range of topics from Service to Religious Ethics. The girls are also encouraged to put their faith into action in the local area in a variety of ways, leading charity school events and volunteering in the local community and residential care homes.
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Cross Deep, Twickenham, UK, TW1 4QJ |
Philosophy is one of the most interesting and thought-provoking subjects that you can study at A Level, investigating the enquiring minds of Plato, Aristotle and some of the greatest Philosophers to have ever existed. One important reason for studying Philosophy is that it is the foundation of everything. Everyone engages in philosophy daily without realising what they are doing. It deals with fundamental questions about the meaning of our existence. At some point in our lives, most of us have asked ourselves some philosophical questions. For example, are our lives real or is it a dream? What makes something right or wrong? Philosophy also sharpens our ability to think, analyse arguments and come to a conclusion. These are important and essential skills which can be transferred and used in jobs like Journalism, Law, Maths, Science and Medicine and many more. Many people who study philosophy go on to study these subject areas at university. It also helps us engage in discussions on ethical dilemmas and recognise that people have different value systems and that we should be more open-minded to differences in beliefs and other ways of life.
All students wishing to study in the Sixth Form at St Catherine’s are expected to have achieved six GCSEs at grades 6-9, including a grade 4 in Maths and English. They generally gain a grade 7 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level; however, if a student is close to this level and shows aptitude and willingness in other ways, entry can be discussed with the Headmistress.
Students study a challenging and evoking course following the AQA Specification Religious Studies. The course is split evenly over three areas of Philosophy, Ethics and Christian Theology and is assessed in two 3-hour exams at the end of Year 13. The Philosophy course at St Catherine’s is ideal for students who enjoy discussing and debating some of life’s big questions on the existence of God and the problem of evil, who enjoy sharing their personal views and who have a love of reading about historically great leaders of Faith and Philosophy. St Catherine’s also offers a Core RE course for all students in Years 12 and 13 where students focus on leadership in faith. They study a range of topics from Service to Religious Ethics. The girls are also encouraged to put their faith into action in the local area in a variety of ways, leading charity school events and volunteering in the local community and residential care homes.
