Religious Studies explores belief, ethics and philosophy, developing respect, reflection and critical thinking.
Form 1–4 (IGCSE)
- Beliefs, practices and sources of authority
- Themes in ethics: family, life, peace & conflict, rights & responsibilities
- Religion and contemporary society in global context
- Interpretation of texts and teachings
- Evaluation and argument in extended responses
Form 5–6 (AS/A Level)
- Philosophy of religion: arguments for and against belief
- Ethics: normative theories and applied issues
- Studies in scripture or particular traditions
- Religious language and experience
- Scholarly analysis and essay technique