Do you have an interest in deep, critical thinking? A Level Religious Studies involves analysing complex ideas about religion, philosophy, and ethics, which appeals to students who enjoy grappling with big questions about existence, morality, and human nature. The subject encourages open-minded debate, discussion, and argumentation, making it ideal for students who like exploring multiple perspectives rather than just learning ‘facts’. If you are considering careers requiring analytical and evaluative skills, Religious Studies is excellent preparation for fields like law, education, politics, journalism, social work, counselling and theology, where reasoning and understanding diverse viewpoints are key. This A Level course requires clear, structured, and critical essay writing, benefiting students who are good with language or want to improve in this area. Whether you are religious, non-religious, or simply curious about how belief systems influence individuals and societies, Religious Studies offers you a space to explore these interests.
Content Overview
Year 1
- Arguments for the Existence of God
- Evil & Suffering
- Religious Experience
- Ethics
- Christianity
Year 2
- Religious Language
- Miracles
- Self, death and afterlife
- Meta Ethics
- Free will & Determinism
- Bentham 7 Kant
- Conscience
- Christianity & Dialogues
