Why study RS?

The world we live in is changing rapidly. Technology and transport advances have allowed humans to move all over the globe, creating a rich diversity of beliefs and behaviours, of different ways to make sense of the world around us and live as ethical human beings.

 Religious Studies encourages students to look at the world around them and to make sense of how people think and act, through the development of key skills such as empathy, critical thinking and social analysis. It is critical for any future career that will involve working with other people.

How would I learn?

A great deal of Religious Studies content is taught through discussion and exploration of your views in comparison to those of others – be prepared to talk, and sometimes to argue!

Religious Studies is an academic subject, and as such involves a good degree of writing. You will start your GCSE in Religious Studies at the beginning of Y9 and sit your exam in the Summer you turn Y10, so you will be taught the shape and expectations of GCSE quality thinking and writing from the moment you begin.

RS Curriculum Map