Religious Studies

Course summary

The course develops the ability to think analytically and critically. Religious Studies at A-level has changed enormously over the last few years and Theology & Philosophy is now one of the most intellectually stimulating and rigorous subjects available. Boys are expected to consider ethical and philosophical topics that form an integral part of the day-to-day thinking and lives of a large proportion of the world’s population. Boys will develop skills of confident critical evaluation and analysis, which they will practise in discussions and essay writing. Boys do not need any personal belief to study the subject – just an interest in the questions involved. It is an academic subject highly regarded by universities for admission to study arts or humanities and social science degree courses. The ethics units also combine well with science A-levels to prepare boys for science and medical degrees.