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Philosophy and Ethics A Level

at The Nobel School, Stevenage · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The Philosophy & Ethics course will examine philosophical questions such as ‘Is there a God?’ ‘Is there an afterlife?’ ‘Do I have a soul?’ alongside contemporary moral issues such as abortion, sexuality and the nature and role of the conscience. It is a highly regarded academic qualification and will develop students’ analytical, conceptual and reflective skills. This course gives students a clear progression from GCSE RE and enables them to explore the rigours of academic philosophy alongside the ethical debate so many enjoy. Why should I take philosophy and ethics? The course is rigorous and engaging and will provide you with opportunities to debate and consider the world in new ways. It is a highly regarded academic qualification that will complement both arts and science subjects and will provide you with excellent training in essay writing and critical thinking. What will I learn on this course? This course will enable you to: • develop your skills in independent, reflective and critical thought; • develop an interest in philosophical problems and ultimate questions; • develop strong independent thinking; • learn to reason at a high level; • make informed judgements and opinions, and debate them. Who would be a successful student of Philosophy and Ethics? This course will appeal to students who: • have a genuine interest in the opinions and thoughts of others; • enjoy reading challenging texts; • enjoy questioning their own preconceptions; • enjoy participating in discus

What you need to get on

Min APS 5.3

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

  • The Nobel School

    Mobbsbury Way, Stevenage, SG2 0HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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