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Welcome to Religious Studies
Welcome to Religious Studies
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Welcome, I am Ms Lothian and I am the Head of Religious Studies here at CHS. Please start with the audio recording here to understand more about why you should consider RS as a fantastic option at GCSE!
Course Overview
Course Overview
What do our pupils say?
What do our pupils say?
Learning RS, for me, has been so rewarding. You learn about the diversity of beliefs and faiths that you wouldn't learn otherwise.
Learning RS, for me, has been so rewarding. You learn about the diversity of beliefs and faiths that you wouldn't learn otherwise.
I really enjoyed studying topics such as racism because it brought in current events such as the BLM movement which we tied in with the topic.
I really enjoyed studying topics such as racism because it brought in current events such as the BLM movement which we tied in with the topic.
I've really enjoyed the course, its so interesting learning about Buddhist traditions and Eastern culture that I'm not familiar with.
I've really enjoyed the course, its so interesting learning about Buddhist traditions and Eastern culture that I'm not familiar with.
An experience that is incredibly rewarding and has helped broaden my horizons and gain a well rounded view of the world.
An experience that is incredibly rewarding and has helped broaden my horizons and gain a well rounded view of the world.
A very interesting subject learning about cultures across the world and real life current problems.
A very interesting subject learning about cultures across the world and real life current problems.
I’ve found this experience extremely interesting and it keeps me asking questions and wanting to learn more. RS is my favourite subject and it keeps me questioning the world and my views on it.
I’ve found this experience extremely interesting and it keeps me asking questions and wanting to learn more. RS is my favourite subject and it keeps me questioning the world and my views on it.
My favourite thing about RS is applying multiple beliefs from contrasting religions and using them to debate tough questions that don't have a simple "yes" or "no" answer.
My favourite thing about RS is applying multiple beliefs from contrasting religions and using them to debate tough questions that don't have a simple "yes" or "no" answer.
In RS there is no right answer. When you leave the classroom your beliefs can be completely different.
In RS there is no right answer. When you leave the classroom your beliefs can be completely different.
I started off with a very closed mindset and a very strong opinion and after learning and questioning myself I have a more balanced view.
I started off with a very closed mindset and a very strong opinion and after learning and questioning myself I have a more balanced view.
FAQ
FAQ
Why Christianity and Buddhism?
Why Christianity and Buddhism?
As the largest religion in the UK (and the world!), we are required by the exam board to study Christianity. When we take a moment to consider the extent to which Christianity continues to influence our culture; from our laws, to our holidays, to the very language we use, it makes sense that we seek to better our understanding of this highly influential religion.
We have the option to study one religion alongside Christianity. We have chosen to study Buddhism as it is so different to Christianity, it provides a fascinating contrast. We have found that our students relish the opportunity to learn more about this Eastern, godless, religion which is rapidly growing here in the West. From meditation practice to Buddhist philosophy, the presence of Buddhism in our lives is ever growing here in the UK and there is much to be learnt both about, and from, this tradition.
Is there any coursework?
Is there any coursework?
No.
Your assessment will take the form of two exams on two different days at the end of Year 11. See the slides above for more details.
Can I take RS for A Level if I don't take it for GCSE?
Can I take RS for A Level if I don't take it for GCSE?
Absolutely. If you decide the GCSE isn't for you, don't panic! You can always return to RS at A-Level. Every year we have a number of students successfully complete their RS A-Level without RS at GCSE.
This said, to have the GCSE will give you a firm grounding and a stronger platform upon which to build your A-Level study. So, it's not a problem at A-Level if you don't have RS at GCSE, but it could be helpful to you if you did.
Career Corner
Career Corner
Have a look at this website to get an idea of the huge variety of different possibilities that open up to you with a GCSE in RS.
The three stories to the left are just a few of many examples.
The Religious Studies Team.
The Religious Studies Team.
Ms Lothian | Head of Department - rebeccalothian@chschool.co.uk
Mrs Firth
Dr Jackson
Ms Nixey
Miss Norris
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