A Level Philosophy, Religion and Ethics

An A Level in Philosopy, Religion & Ethics will enable you to explore and debate many of the controversial, but important issues facing society today, to an in-depth level. The course is perfect for anyone with an interest in the topics covered below.

Units include:

Philosophy of religion:

• arguments for and against the existence of God
• the problem of evil
• self, death and afterlife.

Ethics:

• what is meant by ‘right’ and ‘wrong’?
• free will and moral responsibility
• human and animal ethics.

An in-depth study into a major world religion: Buddhism

You will have the opportunity to go on local and international trips, including visits to places of worship, university lectures, museums and art exhibitions. There is usually an annual Humanities department residential trip. Previous destinations have included Iceland, Rome and Venice, Berlin, Munich and Krakow.

You will be discussing ideas and different viewpoints every lesson, so you will learn how to argue and debate effectively. You will develop academic writing skills, critical evaluation and the ability to reach credible conclusions. You will also develop a deeper understanding of contemporary political debate on many issues and will be able to engage in academic discussions on current ethical questions, gaining a much clearer understanding of multicultural Britain and issues of equality, diversity, representation and integration.