Values as a Department
“Conquer yourself rather than the World”
Decartes
Learners to have the confidence within themselves to explore religious and philosophical ideas
“The only interesting answers are those which destroy the Questions”
Susan Sontag
A classroom climate where ultimate questions are investigated and interrogated
“Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived Forwards”
Kierkegard
Learners to be critical of their work in order to progress their knowledge, understanding & skills
“Real generosity towards the future lies in giving all to the Present”
Albert Camus
Learners to appreciate that ‘Religious Literacy’ is vital to interpreting and understanding the world