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Religion, Philosophy & Ethics

at The Castle School, Bristol · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This intellectually challenging A Level involves exploring a range of topics based on religion, including philosophy of religion and ethics. These will include philosophical arguments for the existence of God, the problem of evil and suffering, life after death, religious experience, the relationship between religion and morality, sexual ethics, war and peace and justice, law and punishment. Students will consider religious views from both eastern and western traditions.

What you need to get on

7 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including grade 5 English or above. A GCSE in Religious Studies is preferred but not essential if students can demonstrate to the Head of Subject a genuine interest in, and commitment to, this subject. We welcome students from all faiths or none. Short course grades are also accepted.

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 Castle School

    The Castle School Park Road, Bristol, BS35 1HT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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