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RE (Key Stage 4 only)

 The course consists of two papers 

Paper 1 – Religion, Peace and Conflict through Christianity

This includes Christian Beliefs, Crime and Punishment, Living the Christian Life, and Peace and Conflict as well as Non-Religious Viewpoints

Paper 2 – Religion, Philosophy and Social Justice through Islam

This includes Muslims Beliefs, Philosophy of Religion, Living the Muslim Life, and Equality as well as Non-Religious Viewpoints

It is a linear course and both paper will be assessed by 1 hour 45 minute examinations.

Why you should study Religious Studies?

You should study Religious Studies if you enjoy thinking about and discussing current issues, you like to argue a point of view and back it up, you are open minded and can listen to, and empathise with, other people’s points of view, you are looking to learn about other people, their views, traditions and beliefs, you would like an insight into the history of humanity, you would like to develop key skills such as critical thinking and analytical writing, you would like to learn how other people understand existence and the purpose of humanity.

What will you learn in Religious Studies?

  • You will learn about Muslim and Christian beliefs and traditions. 

  • You will cover a range of Ethical Issues including War, the Death Penalty, Social Justice, Racial Discrimination and Wealth and Poverty.

  • You will consider different religious and non-religious viewpoints.

  • You will learn how to look at and analyse different points of view, including your own. 

  • You will learn the correct use of religious language and you will look at differences of opinion between traditions.

  • You will learn personal, social and global issues that may help you in the future.

What courses could you take at college or university in the future?

A’ Levels in Religious Studies, Sociology or Theology

University degrees in Contemporary Religions, History of Religions, Religious Law, Islamic Studies, Biblical Studies, Talmudic Law

Law, Sociology, Philosophy, Politics and Economics, History, English

What are the possible career opportunities? 

  • Journalism

  • Charity Work

  • Law

  • Police and Public Services

  • Social Worker or Youth Worker

  • Medicine and Healthcare