The AQA course is an exam based course with no coursework and is assessed in two separate examinations . Both exams take place in year 11 ; are 1 hour and 45 minutes in length ; and each paper worth 50 % of the total mark .
The course is designed to enable students to :
� Adopt and develop an understanding of both their own and other people ’ s values and beliefs , gaining a greater sense of their own identity , values , opinions and attitudes in regards to different religious perspectives .
� Encourage philosophical thought and decision making skills , enabling students to discuss and analyse topics they encounter in society and through the media . � Enhance their spiritual and moral development , and contribute to their health and wellbeing ; � Enhance their personal , social and cultural development enabling them to think critically , listen empathetically , speak thoughtfully , and write clearly in regards to their understanding of different cultures locally , nationally and in the wider world .
AQA RE GCSE Course Outline
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INTERNAL ASSESSMENT
Weekly assessed homework tasks . Assessments at the end of each topic . Mock exams throughout years 9 , 10 and 11 .
EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT
Two exams at the end of Year 11 Component 1 : The study of religion , beliefs , teachings and practices in the following religions : � Christianity � Islam
1 hr and 45 min exam ( 50 % of qualification )
Component 2 : Thematic studies – Students study the themes below : Theme A : Relationships and families Theme B : Religion and life Theme C : Religion , crime and punishment Theme D : Religion , human rights and social justice
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1 hr and 45 min exam ( 50 % of qualification ) |
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GCSE Religious Studies |
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Career Prospects : GCSE Religious Studies provides an excellent route to study beyond the age of 16 , both for Religious Studies A level and other post-16 qualifications . A qualification in Religious Studies is valuable for a wide range of careers , such as , law , medicine , care and social work , journalism , the civil service and teaching .
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