Religious Studies A level

This distance learning course is designed to be accessible to candidates of any religious persuasion. In all cultures and throughout history people have always established religious systems and ideas in their search to understand both themselves and the world around them.

NEC's home study A level in religious studies considers the fundamental questions of human existence, examining issues such as the relationship between religion and science, and religious philosophy.

In addition, you will be able to develop critical and analytical skills as you study the New Testament. The course will fully prepare students for the exam, and provides a good grounding for either further education or a career in any number of fields.

Benefits

• Gain an understanding of how to approach the study of religion as an academic discipline.
• Look at the philosophy of religion.
• Develop a better understanding of the historical and cultural contexts of religious texts.
• Gain knowledge of the differing understandings of 'god' in religion.

Topics include

• The design argument
• Creation
• Quantum mechanics and a religious world view
• Miracles
• Kant and ethics
• Natural law and ethic
• Religious views of the created world
• Environment, both local and world wide

Entry requirements and hours of study

• There is no requirement to have studied religious studies before. However, this course provides the opportunity to build on knowledge, understanding and skills gained in religious studies GCSE.
• You should allow 150 hours of study for the AS and 150 hours for the A2, plus extra time for completing assignments.

Specification

AQA, Full A level:2060, AS:1061, A2:2061

Coursework

No coursework. Two written exams for the AS, each 1hr15mins and worth 90 marks. Two written exams for the A2, each 1hr30mins and worth 100 and 75 marks respectively.