WJEC A Level Religious Studies Level 3

In a nutshell

This course covers a broad yet insightful look into religious studies across the world.

With a qualification in religious studies, you can go on to higher education or find employment in a wide variety of areas, including education, paid charity work, marketing, religious minstry, management.

This is a good additional subject for learners consisidering progression routes into areas such as the civil service & local/ national government and the military.

Learners have often taken this subject in combination with STEM subjects, as it provides an opportunity to engage with these from a philosophical and ethical standpoint.

This course is for...

... you’re curious about other cultures

... you’re hardworking and self-motivated

... you’re interested in the philosophy of religion

Course content

Fo the A Level qualification, you'll be studying 3 modules:

• Christianity, including units on religious figures and texts, significant historical and social developments in religious thought and religious practices that shape religious identity. This will include the relationship between science and religion, Feminist Theology and the Christian responses to global issues
• Religion and Ethics include units on ethical thought, deontological ethics, determinism and free will.
• The Philosophy of Religion includes units on challenges to religious belief, religious experience and religious language

You’ll be assessed as follows:

• One exam of 1 hour and 30 minutes in each of the three modules
• Christianity, Ethics and the Philosophy of religion have equal weighting at 20% each of total qualification (AS = 40% and A2 = 60%)

Entry Requirements

To enter this course, you’ll need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English/Welsh First Language, Maths/Maths Numeracy.

Full commitment to attendance is required, as is respect for others, enthusiasm for the subject and self-motivation. You’ll be continually assessed and there’s an expectation that you’ll continue your studies and coursework during your own time.

Additional information

You’ll need to make financial contributions to the travel cost of educational visits. Visits are undertaken on a local as well as national and international basis to enhance your learning experience.