YR9 Options Booklet 2022

Subject: GCSE Religious Studies
Option
Why study this subject?
Religious Studies is about developing the skills to think about a range of ethical,
philosophical and political issues. If you like debating, questioning the world
and exploring issues of right and wrong, then this is the course for you.
You do not have to be religious to choose Religious Studies as a GCSE.
You will have the opportunity to develop your own views about the world, as
well as exploring other religious and non-religious perspectives. In addition,
the course will also focus on ethical dilemmas in society and politics, allowing
you to develop your knowledge and understanding of a range of issues in the
world today such as war, poverty, crime and justice.
The course will include plenty of debate and discussion, focusing on current
issues in the news, as well as exploring the reasons behind religious attitudes
to current issues.
You will develop a range of skills that are highly sought after by colleges,
universities and employers such as enquiry, critical thinking, analysis and
constructing arguments.
What qualifications can this subject lead to?
Completing a GCSE in Religious Studies is excellent preparation for a range of
A Levels including Philosophy, English, History and Religious Studies, as well as
A Levels in Social Sciences such as Law, Psychology, Sociology and Politics.
What topics will I study on this course?
You will have the opportunity to explore a focussed study of the beliefs,
teachings and practices of Christianity and Islam.
Religion Paper – Key topics
Christian Beliefs
Christian Practices
Muslim Beliefs
Muslim Practices
Thematic Paper - Key topics
The Existence of God
Relationships and Families
Religion, Peace and Conflict
Religion and Life
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