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Religion, Philosophy and Ethics

at The Compton School, London · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Religion, Philosophy and Ethics course provides an interesting challenge for students wishing to think and learn about important religious, philosophical and ethical issues in today's world. During the course you will learn in the following ways: • Discussion and debating - this involves sharing your ideas and listening carefully and reflecting on the ideas of others in order to reach a better understanding • Making notes - this is a vital skill whether in school during lessons or in private study time- this will ensure you have the information needed to prepare you for the assessments • Essay writing skills - this will help you to communicate your ideas clearly and coherently. It will also prepare you well for Year 13 assessments which involve extended written answers • Reading - this course is demanding and requires you to be able to read extensively both in class and outside lesson time. As well as textbooks reading journals, magazines and newspapers will assist your progress as well as depth and breadth of understanding • Film and discussion programmes are extensively used to support your learning • Student presentations are used to encourage responsibility and deepening your knowledge of the course content. The preparation of these allows you to develop your individual research skills which will be valuable later • Visits and visitors are arranged to help you understand the importance of the topics we study outside the classroom. We take advantage of the rich religio

What you need to get on

6 in English or 6 in RE, History or Geography To gain entry to the Sixth Form students must have a minimum point score of 5.5 or above for your best 8 GCSE subjects.

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 Compton School

    Summers Lane, London, N12 0QG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · London

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