Religious, Moral and Philisophical Studies
Higher
Course Overview
The purpose of the Higher RMPS course is to develop in depth knowledge and understanding of religious, moral and philosophical issues that affect the world today. The course contributes to a pupil's understanding of the society in which they live and helps them learn about, and from, both religious and non-religious viewpoints.
The course also allows pupils to develop skills including critical analysis, evaluation and the ability to express detailed, reasoned and well-structured views.
The course comprises three Units and an Assignment. The Units are:
World Religion: Christianity (a study of religious sources, beliefs and practices and their significance in the contemporary world)
Morality and Belief: Religion and Justice (a study of religious and non-religious viewpoints on crime and punishment)
Religious and Philosophical Questions: Origins (a study of religious and non-religious viewpoints on the origins of the universe and the origins of life)
Faculty Principal Teacher
Mrs J Irvine
Assessment Methods
Component 1: Question paper 1 — world religion and morality and belief (60 marks, 2 hour and 15 minute exam) Component 2: Question paper 2 — religious and philosophical questions (20 marks, 45 minute exam)
Component 3: Assignment (30 marks)
Entry Requirements
National 5 RMPS (A-C Pass) or National 5 English, Modern Studies, History or Geography (A-C Pass)
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