Philosophy & Theology

A-LEVEL PHILOSOPHY, ETHICS AND THEOLOGY

 

Faculty  Humanities 
Subject  Philosophy, Ethics and Theology 
Staff and responsibility  Mrs E Young Head of Religious Studies Department – Lead Practitioner 
Exam Board  OCR 
Assessment format  A Level Qualification 

Component 1: A Study of Religion Christianity 

Written examination: 2 hours 

33.3% of qualification 

120 marks 

Component 2: Philosophy of Religion 

Written examination: 2 hours 

33.3% of qualification 

120 marks 

Component 3: Religion and Ethics 

Written examination: 2 hours 

33.3% of qualification 

120 marks 

Subject Overview  Theology 

This component provides learners with the opportunity to undertake an in-depth and broad study of Christianity covering themes ranging from religious figures and sacred texts to practices that shape religious identity. 

Philosophy 

This component provides learners with the opportunity to undertake an in-depth and broad study of fundamental philosophical themes, ranging from arguments for the existence of God to the use of religious language. 

Ethics 

This component provides learners with the opportunity to undertake an in-depth and broad study of fundamental ethical themes, ranging from ethical language and thought to freewill and determinism. 

Potential Career options with this subject  A relevant choice – The Russell Group of top universities has made it clear that Philosophy and Ethics A level provides ‘suitable preparation for University generally’. 

Students who study Philosophy and Ethics are found working for almost every type of employer in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. They work in organisations such as the National Health Service (NHS), the Civil Service and for advertising, marketing and public relations agencies. The investment banking industry and legal sector prove popular choices, as do publishing firms, charities and recruitment agencies. 

  To know, is to know that you know nothing. That is the meaning of true knowledge.” – Socrates  

 

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