Religion, Philosophy and Ethics
Course Overview
Religion, Philosophy and Ethics
In A Level Religion, Philosophy and Ethics you will explore life’s ‘big questions’. Philosophers and theologians throughout history have asked questions which still challenge minds today. In this subject you will critically study the nature of reality and explore ethical dilemmas. Famous students of Religion, Philosophy and Ethics include Martin Luther King, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Ricky Gervais, David Cameron and Ed Miliband.
Course highlights:
In the religious strand of the course you will study Christian theology. You will take an academic approach to studying the origins of the Christian tradition and the development of Christian belief. You will study how contemporary Christianity has engaged with modern society, including its responses to feminism, pluralism and secularism.
In philosophy you will study metaphysical questions, such as: Is there a God? Can we trust our senses? Is there an ultimate reality? What is the nature of evil?
In ethics you will study ethical theories and inquire into the nature of human morality. Is there such a thing as an objective source of morality? Are we free to make moral decisions? Does the end always justify the means? Are any actions always wrong?
Located at: Barnsley Sixth Form College
Course Start: September 2025
Course length: 2 Years
Study Mode: Full-time
Course Code: QSFCALREY1
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
Other funding information
This course is not eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
Course Content
GCSE Grade 5 or above in either English Language and a Humanities subject (e.g. History, Geography, Sociology).
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The course information on this page was last updated 08 May 2025.
