Online A-Level Religious Studies Course

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A-Level RE

The objective of our Online A-Level Religious Studies Course to develop student's understanding of religion and how it relates to the world. During this course the student will reflect on and develop his own values, opinions and attitudes. The student will look at religion through textual, theological, historical, ethical, phenomenological and philosophical perspectives.

Online A-Level Pure Religious Studies Course Structure

The Online A-Level Religious Studies course will include the following topics:

1. New Testament

  • How the synoptic gospels came into being
  • Aspects of Jesus' teaching and action, parables and healing
  • The arrest, trial and death of Jesus
  • The resurrection of Jesus

    • 2. World Religions 1: Buddhism

  • Samsara and the three marks of existence
  • The Four Noble Truths
  • The Eightfold Path
  • The Sangha

    • 3. New Testament

  • The context of John's Gospel
  • The nature, role and purpose of the discourses in John's Gospel
  • The nature, role and purpose of signs in John's Gospel
  • The nature, role and purpose of the passion and resurrection narratives

    • 4. Ways of Moral Decision-Making

  • Medical research and medical developments
  • Business practice and economics

    • During this course you will use a mixture of lessons, activities, core reading and assessments.

    What skills will Online A-Level Religious Studies students develop?

    The A-Level Religious Studies course will enable students to:

    • Develop their enthusiasm for a rigorous study of religion and relate it to the wider world;
    • Treat the subject as an academic discipline by developing knowledge, understanding and skills appropriate to a specialist study of religion;
    • Adopt an enquiring, critical and reflective approach to the study of religion;
    • Reflect on and develop their own values, opinions and attitudes in the light of their learning.

    Online A-Level Religious Studies Course Format

    • 24/7 access to all your materials
    • Course accessible on any portable device. It enables students to carry the classroom in their pockets
    • Online Lessons and Assessments
    • Interactive study environments, where you can collaborate with other students
    • 12 Months Tutor Support
    • Both Digital and Print resources
    • Live chat functionality with tutors and students
    • Direct links to media-rich and interactive learning resources

    Course Duration

    360 hours GLH (Guided Learning Hours)

    Assessment

    The course contains a number of assignments which your tutor will mark and give the student valuable feedback on. These are called Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs).

    Examinations

    AS Level

    • Unit 1 and Unit 2 - Introduction to Religious Studies- Written Examination in each unit: 1 hour 15 minutes

    A2 Level

    • Unit 3: Studies in Religion- Written Examination: 1 hour 30 minutes
    • Unit 4: Religion and Human Experience- Written Examination: 1 hour 30 minutes

    AS + A2 = A level in Religious Studies. Both AS and A2 level courses and examinations must be successfully completed to gain a full A level.

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