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GCE A Level in Religious Studies

at Ilford County High School, Ilford · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Studying Religious Studies is an excellent preparation for students who are considering reading Philosophy, Politics and Economics. It introduces students to philosophical thinking through its study of Philosophy of Religion and Moral Philosophy (Ethics). Due to its Ethics component, the subject is useful for those who are contemplating a career in Medicine. Furthermore, the subject's emphasis on developing rigorous academic thinking and strong arguments will be very useful for those who are considering a career in Law or Politics

What you need to get on

Minimum requirements - Pathway A = 3 A Levels 1. Students must achieve at least 8 GCSE qualifications with an average grade/point score of 6 or higher. 2. At least 6 of the GCSE qualifications must be a grade 6 or higher. 3. Students must achieve a GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade 5 or higher 4. The top 8 subjects must have been completed after May of the last academic year i.e. in the last 16 months GCSE English Language or Religious Studies Grade 6 or higher

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

  • Ilford County High School

    Fremantle Road Barkingside, Ilford, IG6 2JB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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