Course Overview
This qualification is part of a full-time programme, studying 3 or 4 A-Level subjects and/or AAQs.
A-Level Philosophy is an introduction to philosophical thinking and the subject matter of philosophy. It is designed to give you a thorough grounding in the fundamental concepts and methods of philosophy and introduce you to the fascinating study of thought itself.
This A-Level is awarded by AQA.
You will develop essential skills that you need for progression to higher education. You will learn to be clear and precise in your thinking and writing. You will engage with complex texts, analysing and evaluating the arguments of others and constructing and defending your own arguments.
Through the study of philosophy, you will be encouraged to develop characteristics such as open-mindedness, independent thinking and self-reflection.
A-Level Philosophy comprises of four topic areas taught over the two-year course: Theory of Knowledge and Moral Philosophy in the first year; and Philosophy of Religion and Philosophy of Mind in the second year. In Theory of Knowledge you will study the nature and scope of knowledge and justified belief. In Moral Philosophy, you will investigate the meaning of good, bad, right and wrong within three ethical approaches. In Philosophy of Religion, you will analyse different arguments for the existence of God. In the final topic of Philosophy of Mind, we ask and investigate the question 'what do we mean by mind?'.
The course is delivered by a philosophy specialist, having both a BA and MA in Philosophy.
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 5 or above which must include Maths, and English Language or English Literature at Grade 6.
After Your Course
Progression to Higher Education in similar and related subjects. The study if Philosophy gives a good grounding for all discursive subjects at higher levels and provides a life skill which promotes tolerance, understanding and the techniques to win arguments!
It complements careers in large variety of fields such as Law, Medicine, Business, Politics and Science.
Fees
£1987.00
The current fee information is related to the 2025/26 academic year.
The fee displayed is the course fee. Course fees are charged per course for part-time students. You can pay in full or spread the cost by paying 25% on enrolment and setting up a direct debit mandate for 3 further equal payments. An Advanced loan is available to students enrolling on this course.You may qualify for financial support to cover the cost of this government-funded qualification if any of the below apply to you:
- You are aged 16 to 18 on 31st August of the relevant academic year and are not studying at another school/college
- If you do not already have a Level 3 qualification and are under 24 on 31st August of the relevant academic year
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