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A Level Religious Studies

at Loughborough College, Loughborough · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Religious Studies is a fascinating subject that covers some of humanity's oldest questions. Within this A level we explore issues concerning morality and philosophy, as well as the development of religious beliefs through history, and the impact of religious issues on contemporary society. We begin our studies by examining differing ethical approaches to modern issues such as embryo research, capital punishment and the use of animals in scientific research . We will examine philosophical responses to the arguments for the existence of God, and to the problem of suffering, analysing how the arguments work and critiquing the evidence they draw upon. We will consider the philosophical debate concerning whether or not freewill exists, or whether our behaviour is causally determined. We will explore the development of Christian beliefs in the afterlife, and the influence of scientific understanding on Christian beliefs. We will explore how Christian views around gender and sexuality have developed and how the religion is responding to social changes. Students examine the arguments, critically analyse the evidence, and reach informed conclusions about these fascinating philosophical issues and religious debates.

What you need to get on

Minimum Entry Requirements:All Loughborough College Sixth Form courses have minimum entry requirements of at least five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English Language and Maths. Subject Specific Entry Requirements:GCSE English Language at grade 5.

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

  • Main Campus

    Radmoor Road, Loughborough, LE11 3BT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Loughborough

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