What do we study at A Level Philosophy & Ethics?

Exam Board: OCR A Level Religious Studies (Philosophy & Ethics of Religion) 

Paper 1: Philosophy of Religion

• Ancient influences on Philosophy
• The Nature of the Soul and existence of God
• The problem of Evil
• Issues in Religious Language
• Written examination: 2 hours
• 33% of the qualification

Paper 2: Religion and Ethics

• Ethical Theories
• The Application of Ethical Theories to contemporary issues
• Ethical language
• Debates surrounding the Conscience
• Debates surrounding Sexual Ethics
• Written examination: 2 hours
• 33% of the qualification

Paper 3: Developments in Religious Thought

• Religious beliefs and values
• Historical context and change in belief and practice over time
• Sources of religious wisdom and authority
• Religious practices that shape identity
• The relationship between religion and wider society
• Written examination: 2 hours
• 33% of the qualification