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Course Details

A / AS Level Religious Studies

Course Description

Religious Studies is the social study of Religion and Religious practices. It focuses on contemporary issues and encourages students to engage critically. Although it is a traditional subject it carries much relevance to understanding the modern world. Religious Studies is a rigorous A-level, akin to philosophy in its demands and degree of difficulty and is therefore far from being a soft option. Throughout human history religions, of one form or another, have played, and continue to play, a central role in literally billions of people’s lives. It covers all the world’s major faiths and considers the future of religion, in an increasingly scientific and arguably secular age. Choosing Religious Studies will give students a much better understanding of themselves and the society in which we live. Religious Studies requires students to be logical open minded and analytical in thought. Course Content In the first year, you will study AS level Religious Studies, which comprises two modules and is half the full A level. In the second year, you will study another two modules which lead to the full A level. AS Religious Studies The AS modules include religion and ethics, religion and contemporary society, and Hinduism. Each unit is worth 50% of the AS level and worth 25% of the Advanced A2 level. The method of assessment is examination consisting of two exams of 1hr and 15mins each, these are taken in January and May/June. Advanced Religious Studies A2 modules include Feminist Theology, Blackled churches and Religious Fundamentalism. Method of assessment is two examinations of 1hr 30mins each. Teaching and Learning styles Learning activities are interactive and include small group class activities, whole group discussions, presentations and fun active involvement in class participation. The method of delivery ensures all learning styles, visual, auditory and kinaesthetic are catered for.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
1year

Career outcomes

Assignments and tests are set frequently, as well as mock examinations at the appropriate times. Some assessment is computer based and marked. Examinations are held in January and May/June. Examination Board AQA Assessment 100% Examination Programme Co-ordinator John Tomlinson Teaching Staff John Tomlinson Where can this subject lead me? Careers within Religious Studies are wide ranging, and include teaching, social work, and any graduate fast track training program. Religious Studies gives students a valuable insight into the truly diverse and multicultural society in which we live. It is a demanding A level and adequate preparation for a number of popular and demanding undergraduate courses. The skills leaned by doing Religious Studies are transferable skills which are highly valued in many occupations, and for entry to many degrees, even if you do not pursue a career in Religious Studies. The subject is suitable for beginners and it is not necessary for you to have studied GCSE level Religious Studies previously.




A / AS Level Religious Studies Lincon college