AS/A Level GCE (for first teaching in 2008) Religious Studies - H172 H572

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The specification for this qualification has been updated. This specification has only seen incidental changes e.g. relating to proofreading.

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Overview

This specification covers a number of options within Religious Studies, including Philosophy of Religion, Ethics, World Religions and Textual studies. Candidates are encouraged to adopt an enquiring critical and reflective approach to the study of religion.

Benefits to you and your learners of teaching this qualification

  • The ethos and strengths of OCR's previous RS specification have been maintained in a new four unit (two at AS and two at A2) format.
  • The new specification is more flexible and incorporates a fully integrated synoptic element at A2.
  • Assessment burden is eased by removing the examined coursework element.
  • The new specification enables the development of essay writing skills necessary for entry to Higher Education.

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