Subject Leader and Contact
Iain Dover : Head of RPE
Qualification
A Level Philosophy
AQA 7172
Entry Requirements
Grade 6 in either English Language or English Literature at GCSE
Why study Philosophy?
Philosophy is one of the oldest subjects that has been studied by academics, and is for people who want to both question, and know, more. You will be introduced to some of the greatest ideas from history and given the chance to explore them, looking to see whether they still stand up to scrutiny in a modern context.
If you are someone who loves to interrogate ideas, discuss, build knowledge, wants to challenge their thinking, this is the course for you. But beware, you may come out of lessons questioning everything you thought you knew!
It is important to note that this subject is essay based, and will involved reading large passages of academic writing, which students will receive significant support in developing the study skills for.