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AS/A2 LEVELS RELIGIOUS STUDIES


Why study Religious Studies? Is there really such a thing as a miracle? What are the arguments for the existence of God? Are science and religion in conflict? A course in Religious Studies should be highly enjoyable if these types of issues grab your attention. By studying such topics, they will allow you to develop a highly critical mind. Also, if you have an interest in popular culture, learning about the relationship between religion, art and the media will be of great interest to you.


What do I study? Year 1 (AS) Unit 1: Religion, Philosophy and Science Miracles, creation, the design argument.


Assessment: external exam – 1¼ hours


Unit 2: Religion, Art and the Media Nature and purpose of religious art, role of comedy in religion, cyber-religion.


Assessment: external exam – 1¼ hours


Year 2 (A2) Unit 3: Philosophy of Religion The relationship between faith and reason, religious language, body, soul and personal identity.


Assessment: external exam – 1½ hours


Unit 4: Fundamentalism Socio and economic factors, fundamentalism in Christianity and Islam, women and fundamentalism.


Assessment: External exam – 1½ hours


Where does Religious Studies take me? Religious Studies is a rigorous academic discipline which can be combined with any other subject. It is recognised by all universities. It is relevant to many careers, e.g. those requiring a mature and caring approach such as Social Work, and also those careers that require analytical skills, e.g. a legal career. It is also highly useful for those wishing to enter the teaching profession.


What do I need? Grade C or above in GCSE English Language. If you have an interest in other cultures or important philosophical issues, then you should be well suited to Religious Studies.


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