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Philosophy

Title & Level: AS Level Philosophy (Level 3)

Introduction
This course enables you to gain a thorough grounding in key philosophical ideas, themes and techniques. If we believe something, does that make it true? What makes actions right or wrong? Is there a meaning to life? Is there a God? What is the value of art? These are just some of the questions which will be examined on this course.

Entry requirements
Standard entry requirements for A Levels apply.

Duration
AS Level is a one year course. Enrolment is only in September.

Career Prospects/Progression
Philosophy provides a good grounding in clear and analytical thinking which is suitable for any course of study. The subject itself can be studied on many university degree courses.

How will I be assessed?
Through coursework and examinations.

Course Content/units
The following units are mandatory:

AS LEVEL

UNIT ONE
An Introduction to Philosophy- written paper 1 hr 30 mins
One compulsory question on Reason and Experience
One question drawn from a choice of units: Government,
Morality,The Idea of God and Persons

UNIT TWO
An Introduction to Philosophy – written paper 1 hr 30 mins
Two questions to be chosen from this selection: Theory of
Knowledge, Tolerance, The Value of Art, God and the World,
Free Will and Determinism

Course expenses
Approximately £20 for educational trips.

Trips/Residentials
Previous trips have included visits to major London galleries.

Awarding Body
AQA

What next?
For further information, advice and to enrol, please call our Customer Liaison Team on 01935 423921