Religious Studies
Results 2017 |
33% A* (Every student achieved their target or above) |
Results 2018 |
100% A*-D |
Results 2019 |
100% A*-D |
Results 2022 |
100% A*-B |
Results 2023 |
80% A*-C |
Results 2024 |
100% A*-C |
Course Leader |
Simon McBride |
Examination Board |
OCR |
Assessment |
Written examination |
What will you study?
In Religious Studies we give students the opportunity to study a range of perspectives different from their own. The first two modules of the course are mandatory and we are excited to offer a consultation with our students on the Religion we will study in Year 13. Previously, this has been Buddhism but we are excited to open this decision to our new cohort in Septemeber. The course is split into 3 parts; Philosophy of Religion, Ethics and Buddhism. You will start with timeless questions such as, 'What is reality?', and examine arguments for the existence of God, including whether religious experience is to be believed.
Our students say "Learning about different ways to get to the truth is one of the best aspects of the course. You get to understand some of the most mind- altering ideas about God, religion and the world. It has unlocked part of my brain that I did not know I could use."
Future Pathways
Religious Studies is valuable for all careers which rely on sensitivity to different religions and values, and there is a growing recognition of the importance of the subject as preparation for a range of pathways including medicine, law, education, social work and the public sector. It is also useful training for careers which rely on the ability to write and evaluate, such as journalism and law.
Extra Curricular Opportunities
Visit to a Buddhist Centre/other chosen place of worship
Attend local lectures on philosophy and ethics
Guest speakers from local faith communities
SUBJECT SPECIFIC PRESENTATIONS AND HOLIDAY TASKS
Please click the below link to take you to a page listing subject presentations and summer holiday tasks for Year 11 students entering V6 Sixth Form in September.
