The Sixth Form at Malton - Prospectus

RELIGIOUS STUDIES
A LEVEL
A level Religious Studies provides a coherent and thought-provoking programme of study. Students develop their understanding
and appreciation of religious beliefs and teachings, as well as the disciplines of ethics and the philosophy of religion.
The course is made up of three components which you will be examined on.
Component 01: Philosophy of religion.
Students study philosophical language and thought, and issues and questions raised by belief.
Component 02: Religion and ethics.
Students explore key concepts and the works of influential thinkers, ethical theories and their application.
Component 03: Developments in religious thought.
You will study one religion systematically. This year student’s will study Christianity.
Course Requirements: N/A
Equipment:
Textbooks, iPad, A4 notebook and folders to store your
classwork.
Skills:
You will have a good level of written English, good
communication skills, and be analytical, disciplined and
patient.
Assessment:
This is a linear course with all exams at the end of the course.
This will be in the form of 3 written papers, each lasting 2hrs.
Each paper covers one of the three components mentioned
above.
Future Prospects:
A level Religious Studies is a facilitating subject which
provides a sound basis for entry into higher education, it will
give a good grounding for careers working with people, such
as teacher, police officer, nursery nurse, community worker,
doctor and other careers in the health service.
Why Study Religious Studies?
Religious studies addresses fundamental questions through
a range of religious traditions and philosophical standpoints.
Encompassing the history, practice and thought of the major
world religions, this course develops your understanding
of the significance of religion and its cultural contexts.
Worldwide, six out of seven people describe themselves as
religious, with religious beliefs driving social and political
change globally. As a graduate of religious studies, you will
be well equipped to play an important part in this world,
valued for your intercultural literacy, critical thinking, research
skills and understanding of the depth and nuance of human
experience. (Cambridge University)
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