Philosophy and Ethics A-level
90980
- Start:
- September
- Duration:
- 2 years
- Level:
- 3
Course Details
Venture down the rabbit hole to discuss the deepest questions. Do I have free will? Can I be rich and a good person? Should I believe in life after death? Sharpen your mind and dare to doubt everything you thought you knew.
What makes an action right or wrong? How can moral claims be proved? Is there a God? What are the limits of language? What is the meaning of life? Studying Philosophy and Ethics will help you to expand your mind by discussing possible answers to deep and challenging questions such as these.
In Philosophy you will study, debate, and judge arguments for and against the existence of God and of immortal souls, as well as the possibility and believability of miracles, and the meaningfulness of religious language. In Ethics you will discuss free will, meta-ethics, conscience, Virtue Ethics, Utilitarianism, Situation Ethics, Natural Law, and Kantian Ethics. You will also study issues of human and animal life and death. The final part of the subject is ‘dialogues with religion’ in which you will explore the meaning of life, conflicts between science and faith, war, eco-theology, life after death, and sexual ethics.
Guest speakers bring their own ideas, some from organisations with specific goals (such as Animal Aid) and others, such as professors, who will help you deepen your understanding of their specialisms. Further reading is strongly encouraged, as well as accessing famous debates to see philosophers ‘in action’!
Beyond pens, paper, and folders (to stay organised), all you need is an open mind!
Degrees in Medicine, Law, Journalism, Theology, Publishing, Philosophy or Politics. Philosophy and Ethics is invaluable if you wish to work for social enterprises, and any career requiring high level communication and analytical skills, such as, Publishing, Journalism, Management, the legal professions, and Teaching.
You will need a minimum or five GCSEs, including English at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4 together with three other subjects at grade 4 or above.
Additional entry requirements:
- No requirement to have studied at GCSE but if it was studied, a minimum of grade 4 is required
The College will always treat each applicant as an individual. Should you not have or not expect to obtain the grades stated above, or not have relevant industry-related experience, the College would still welcome your application for this course as this will enable us to identify whether this course is, in fact, the right course for you or whether another course may be more appropriate.
University Guarantee
Every Sefton Sixth Form College student who successfully achieves a Level 3 qualification and meets attendance and entry requirements, is guaranteed a place on a course at the Hugh Baird University Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions that we are often asked:
Most students study 3 subjects, plus an Enhancement activity. Alongside these, students are assigned a Personal Development group and attend weekly sessions.
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Yes, students can access our Bursary Package that can help with associated costs, for example; travel, food and equipment. Find out more here.
Yes. During the interview process you will be introduced to a member of our Learner Support Team if necessary. We will take initial details of access arragements. This can be discussed again at enrolment, with follow up appointments with the team during the first few weeks of term.
Yes. You will have timetabled sessions each day of the week. There will be times when you are not in a lesson; this is your personal study time. During these sessions you will be completing activities which mean you are prepared for your subject lessons. This includes completing homework, revision, Brainscape decks, coursework tasks etc.
