RE

What skills can I gain?

1. Critical Thinking and Analysis: Students learn to evaluate religious texts, understand different beliefs, and analyse their impacts on societies, fostering strong reasoning skills and informed judgments.
2. Research and Information Gathering: RE teaches students to gather information from various sources, assess its reliability, and create coherent analyses.

These skills are essential for academic work and many careers. Communication and Writing: Students improve their ability to express ideas clearly in writing and speech, construct well-supported arguments, and present their findings effectively.

So what comes next?

This course opens doors to further study:

Future Aspects: Courses and Education Pathways: GCSE and A-Level RE (Ages 14-18): Provides a strong foundation in religious studies, covering major world religions, ethical issues, and philosophical questions, preparing students for advanced studies and various careers.

University Degrees (Ages 18+): Students can pursue degrees in Religious Studies, Theology, or related fields, gaining specialised knowledge for careers in education, research, counselling, and more.

Job Opportunities with a Background in RE: Religious Studies Teacher Clergy Member Counsellor Non-Profit Worker Community Outreach Coordinator Chaplain Researcher Cultural Advisor Mediator Writer/Journalist These careers utilise skills learned in RE and suit various interests.

What is interesting about RE?

Understanding the World: RE teaches us about different religions, beliefs, and practices, showing how they shape cultures and societies. Real-World Problem Solving: By learning about diverse beliefs and values, RE helps us address current issues, fostering tolerance and understanding in a multicultural world. Exploring Human Experience: It covers significant religious events, movements, and figures, helping us appreciate the diversity and complexity of human life. Connecting with Current Events: RE provides background on religious influences in politics, social movements, and global conflicts, helping us understand present-day issues and trends. Developing Valuable Skills: Students learn critical thinking, research, analysis, and communication, which are useful in many careers and everyday life. Diverse Career Opportunities: RE leads to jobs in education, counselling, community outreach, non-profit work, chaplaincy, and cultural advisory roles. Studying RE deepens our understanding of the world, equips us with essential skills, and opens doors to various meaningful career paths.

What Qualifications can I get?

AQA Unit award scheme