Religious Education (Core)

Outline of course:

Content:

GCSE Religious Studies – Philosophy and Ethics – see additional note in Other Relevant Information

Christianity is the focus religion

These topics cover the Philosophy component of the course:

• The Nature of God
• The Nature of BeliefReligion and ScienceDeath and the Afterlife Good and Evil

These topics cover the Ethics component of the course:

• Religion in Human Relationships
• Religion and Medical Ethics
• Religion and Equality
• Religion, Poverty and Capital Wealth
• Religion, peace and Justice

Homework activities and advice:

• Homework will be set as appropriate.
• Pupils will need to revise for end of unit/topic tests and for mock exams in Autumn term and the GCSE examination in the Summer Term.

Assessed coursework:

None is required.

Examination entry requirements:

One examination in May – Year 11.

Teacher expectations:

Religious, spiritual, moral and philosophical elements will be incorporated into the learning which aims to interest, inform and challenge the pupils as well as provide opportunities for discussion and exploration of the issues raised during the course. The teacher expects participation in discussion and recording and analysis of issues studied.

Parental contribution:

• Encourage pupils to do homework in a suitable, quiet environment.
• Participate in discussions with their child on issues covered during the course and be willing to help the student reflect on a variety of viewpoints to issues.

Useful resources and equipment:

Pen, Ruler, Pencil, Coloured pencils (as in other lessons).

Occasionally access to a National newspaper.

Other Relevant Information:

Whilst it is anticipated that most students will follow the GCSE Religious Studies Short Course, some students will not be able to cope with an examination course in the limited curriculum time of 50 minutes per week and will instead have the opportunity to explore the themes and topics in a less prescriptive manner and without an examination entry.