A-LEVEL RELIGIOUS STUDIES
A Level – Religious Studies
Introduction
A study of religious beliefs, teachings, doctrines, principles, ideas and theories as expressed in texts, writings and practices. The modules include a Textual Study and a Systematic Study of one Religion.
Recommended GCSE Subjects and Grades
GCSE Grade B in Religious Studies
Other Contributory Subjects
English History Geography
Subject Content
AS Level
AS Unit 1 – An introduction to the Gospel of Luke.
AS Unit 5 – The Celtic Church in Ireland in the Fifth, Sixth and Seventh Centuries.
A2 Level
A2 Unit 1 – Themes in the Synoptic Gospels.
A2 Unit 5 – Themes in the Celtic Church, Reformation and Post-Reformation Church.
Method of Assessment
AS Level
– Two 1 hour 20 minutes externally assessed written papers – 40% of overall grade.
A2 Level
– Two 2 hour externally assessed written papers – 60% of overall grade.
Other Information
An interest in the subject and a commitment to work are the most desirable criteria.
Career Possibilities
Accountancy, Journalism, Philosophy, Law, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Media Studies, Teaching, Medicine, Theology or any Arts Course.