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Religious Studies

at The King'S School, Grantham, Grantham · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Students who study philosophy, ethics and religion will arrive at a better understanding of themselves and the world around them. This course is intellectually demanding, exciting and a challenge. You get the chance to assess the ideas of the most influential thinkers and movements of the past 2,500 years. Philosophy, ethics and religious studies is one of the more underrated subjects because of mass misunderstanding. The focus is not just on religion nor is it an extension of GCSE RE, the course offers so much more. Most importantly a Philosophy, Ethics and Religion A level provides you with the opportunity to develop key skills that are essential for success on most degree courses.

What you need to get on

• An Attainment 8 (as defined by the DfE) score “Attainment 8” of 55.0 or greater. • Passes at Grades 4-9 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics. • Students wishing to study more than two of the subjects: Mathematics; Biology; Chemistry; Physics; Economics or Psychology at Advanced Level GCE will need to achieve an Attainment 8 score of 65.0 or greater.

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 King's School

    Brook Street, Grantham, NG31 6RP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Grantham

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