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A-Level Philosophy, Ethics and Religion

at Carmel College, St. Helens · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2024see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A Level Philosophy, Ethics and Religion course offers students the opportunity to explore key ideas, concepts, themes and practices. The first strand of the course involves the in-depth study of one religion (either Buddhism or Christianity), covering religious figures, sacred texts, religious life, social and historical developments, and religious identity. The second strand, Philosophy of Religion, involves the study of arguments for the existence of God; challenges to religious belief; and religious experience. The third strand considers whether we really have free will, and covers theories relating to ethical decision making. The over-arching aim of this course is to help students to become knowledgeable and reflective, critical and creative thinkers - able to approach academic work and intellectual discourse confidently and effectively.

What you need to get on

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. You will need grade 5 in GCSE Religious Studies (if studied) and grade 5 in either GCSE English Language or English Literature.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • CARMEL COLLEGE

    Prescot Road, ST. HELENS, WA10 3AG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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