Philosophy & Ethics
Students will develop skills in critical thinking and reasoning through looking at topics such as life after death, sexual and medical ethics, and scientific challenges to Christianity. They will apply their evaluation skills of ethics to real life ethical issues and controversial situations, developing skills in problem solving and debating, and coming to informed and considered conclusions.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Grade 5 or above in Religious Studies or Grade 5 or above in English Language or English Literature.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
An essay based subject, Philosophy & Ethics is always changing! Advances in technology and current affairs give rise to different ways of ethically examining the world and how we deal with world issues.
UNITS STUDIED
- Philosophy
- Ethics
- Theology
HOW IT'S ASSESSED
There are three 2-hour exams at the end of year 13.
TRANSFERABLE SKILLS
- The ability to critically think and argue.
- The ability to empathise and question hard ethical decisions.
- Discussions and debate on world issues and big questions.
PROGRESSION
The A Level is highly regarded by the top universities. It can lead to careers in law, the public sector, politics, humanitarian work, journalism, consultancy, business, education and the media.
WHY CHOOSE THIS SUBJECT?
This subject gives you the opportunity to critically analyse the world around us. It examines what we mean by right and wrong and the human impact of ethical decisions made. We debate and explore some of the biggest questions asked by humanity.