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Philosophy, Religion and Ethics

A Level

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Availability & Details

Philosophy Religion and Ethics - A Level HF1-RESTAL/C01

Venue
Havant Campus

Type of study
A Levels

Dates
Academic Year 2026-27 (2 years)

Examination board
Oxford Cambridge & RSA Examinations

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Overview

This is an academic subject well-received by universities because it teaches critical thinking, the ability to construct and analyse arguments, to reflect on morality and view issues with an open mind.

It also gives you a rounded and mature outlook on important life topics. As well as this, you will study the beliefs and practices found within the Buddhist faith. Its a good addition to any A Level programme and can lead to a wide range of degree courses.

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language and Mathematics.

Across the two years, you will study three equally weighted units:

  • Philosophy of Religion
  • Ethical Theories
  • Buddhist Beliefs and Practices

In year two, you’ll look more deeply into some of the issues you studied in year one, analyse arguments for God’s existence and explore religious experiences and ethical issues.

There are some elements of Mathematics covered in this course.

You’ll attend talks and lectures from visiting speakers, including lecturers from the University of Chichester and the University of Southampton and also other speakers such as ministers who you can question with content from the course.

There is no coursework. All examinations will be at the end of the second year.

You’ll be able to progress onto a number of different Higher Education degrees after this course. You may choose joint or single subject degrees including Religious Studies, Philosophy, English Literature, Cultural Studies, Law or Politics.


There are lots of people at the college, each studying a diverse range of courses, people from all different areas come to study here, it creates a sense of community, there is a huge social aspect to college life across all courses.

Lee Backhouse, BTEC student

I would say it’s a college that really balances academia with fun, there is lots of extra-curricular stuff that you can get involved in. It has a really good work/life balance.

Laura Hagedorn, A Level student

My experience at the college was enjoyable and productive, with thoroughly helpful people surrounding you, an excellent experience. I wasn’t expecting it to be as good as it was, with the work shop time and experience I had, it was a great two years preparing me for the next stage.

Edward Smith, BTEC student