Religious Studies A-Level

Studying A-Level Religious Studies allows you to develop your interest, knowledge and understanding of the study of religion,

 looking at its origins and evolution as well as how it shapes society and cultures.

The first topic looks at the Philosophy of Religion, where learners will explore concepts through the works of key thinkers, look at arguments pertaining to the existence of God and influence of religion as well as religions language. The second area looks at Religion and Ethics with key ethical theories, ideas and developments explored. The final area allows learners to take a deep dive into the study of one religion. 

Studying Religious Studies will allow you to develop valuable skills such as critical thinking and forming arguments. It also allows you to delve into philosophical discussions and widen your understanding and outlook of other cultures and societies. 

Format

Independent reading and essay-based subject. 

Key Skills Acquired

Deep knowledge of the study of religion, analysis and problem-solving, reflexivity, critical thinking, analysing and evaluating logical arguments, constructing arguments.

Complimentary A-Levels

English Language & Literature, History, Psychology, Sociology, Latin, Greek, Classical Civilisation, Mathematics, Modern Foreign Languages, Geography, Politics, Business Studies, Economics, Drama and Theatre Studies. 

Typical Assessment

Examinations. 

Exam Boards

England, Wales and Northern Ireland Exam Boards: AQA, OCR, WJEC, 

International Exam Boards: Cambridge International Education (CIE)

Career Options

Social policy, social research, medicine, politics, charity, government, teaching, police, social care, market research, nursing, international development. 

UK Universities Included

University of Winchester, University of Birmingham, University of Aberdeen, University of Leeds, University of East Anglia, University of Roehampton, University of Chichester, University of South Wales, University of Nottingham, University of Westminster, University of Glasgow, University of Lancaster, University of Hertfordshire, University of Leicester, University of Cumbria, University of Kent, University of Oxford, University of Sunderland, University of Lincoln, Cardiff University, University of Edinburgh, University of Liverpool, University of Chester, University of Cambridge, University of Bedfordshire, University of Stirling, University of Buckingham, University of York, University of Bristol, University of Sheffield, University of Warwick, University of Wales Trinity Saint David, University of Manchester, University of Hull, University of St Andrews, University of Exeter, University of Northampton, University of Gloucester, University of Durham, King’s College London