If you enjoy asking big questions and thinking deeply about the world around you, A Level Philosophy and Ethics is the perfect subject to challenge and expand your mind. This intellectually stimulating course, offered through AQA, introduces you to the core questions that have shaped human thought for centuries such as knowledge, morality, existence, and the nature of reality.
Structured around four key themes: Epistemology, Moral Philosophy, Metaphysics of God, and Metaphysics of Mind, you’ll explore topics such as: What can we really know? Does God exist? What is the nature of consciousness? You’ll engage with influential philosophers including Descartes, Hume, Kant and others.
Skills required
- Analytical and critical thinking skills
- Independent learning
- Communication skills
Entry Requirements
- Grade 5 English Language
- Grade 4 Maths
- Grade 5 in RE preferred but not essential
Units studied
A-level Philosophy 7172 | Specification | AQA
- Epistemology and Moral Philosophy (50% – exam)
- The Metaphysics of God and the Metaphysics of Mind (50% – exam)
Careers
Philosophy and Ethics is widely accepted by universities and can lead to further study in Law, Politics, and any other discipline that values analytical clarity.
Enrichment
You will enrich your learning through work experience placements to gain insight into careers where philosophical knowledge and analytical skills are valued.