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GCE A Level in Religious Studies

at St Wilfrid'S Rc College, South Shields · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Encompassing philosophy, ethics and theology, you'll enjoy Religious Studies if you are fascinated by life's big questions. You'll need to be interested in the viewpoints and perspectives of others and enjoy essay writing. Religious studies has great relevance to modern life, ethical questions being of concern to many professionals, from the engineers designing driverless cars to doctors making decisions on health care. Religious Studies can be useful across a variety of careers and complements most other A level subjects.

What you need to get on

Students will be offered a place at St. Wilfrid's sixth form on the proviso that they will meet the following criteria; - at least 5 9-4 grades including English and Mathematics - a minimum of grade 6 at the subject they wish to study - a minimum of merit in the vocational subject they wish to study

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

  • St Wilfrid's RC College

    Temple Park Road, South Shields, NE34 0QA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · South Shields

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