A level in Religious Studies

Applications Open - Monday 2nd November 2026

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Religion can influence society by affecting the way individuals, communities, and cultures behave. This course will explore religious beliefs and teachings, as well as the disciplines of ethics and philosophy of religion in relation to the wider world. You will develop critical and reflective thinking skills and learn how to construct balanced, informed arguments in response to a range of thought-provoking topics. When you have completed the course, you will be equipped with transferable analytical skills and prepared for progression to Higher Education.

During the course, topics covered will include:

• Arguments for the existence of God
• Religious experience
• Religious belief and the existence of evil
• Ethical theories
• Ethical language and thought
• The idea of conscience

You will be continually assessed across the two years through class activities, homework tasks, practice exam papers and mock exams with feedback given for improvement. The A Level grade is assessed via coursework and written exams at the end of the second year.

To study this A Level, you'll need a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5 or above across your top six subjects with at least a 5 in Maths and English Language or Literature. Your GPA average can include English and Maths.

By the end of your course, a diverse range of progression paths will be open to you such as a degree, a high-level apprenticeship or an entry level role in the industry. This course is perfect for those who wish to pursue a degree-level course in areas such as Law, Journalism, charity work and the Civil Service. You could also work within religious organisations or within the heritage and culture industry. Many of our A Level learners progressed into university. Sophie studied A Levels in Sociology, Psychology and Criminology and progressed to Canterbury Christ Church University to study Social Science. She commented: “I really enjoyed the flexibility of A Levels at College. I’d give my College experience a 10 out of 10. I think it’s so inclusive and supportive.”