Philosophy A Level

Studying A-Level Philosophy is a rigorous intellectual course focused on reasons, arguments and justification. You'll start to ask big questions such as What is knowledge? What is truth? What is Good? and be introduced to Epistemology (theory of knowledge), Moral Philosophy, the Metaphysics of God, and the Metaphysics of Mind.

A-Level Philosophy is assessed by unseen examinations at the end of the two-year course. There is one three hour paper consisting of 5 question each on epistemology and moral philosophy, and a second three hour paper consisting of 5 questions each on the metaphysics of God and the metaphysics of mind. You will also be assessed throughout the course with written homework, class presentations, written exercises and mock examinations. At the end of your first year you will sit of formal 1st year exam which will inform both your predicted grade for UCAS applications and your progression to the second year of study.

A GCSE grade 6 in English Language and grade 5 in Maths.

Philosophy A-Level is extremely popular with universities as it demonstrates the capacity for original and rigorous thought and the critical analysis of difficult texts. These skills form an important basis for intellectual development, and are highly prized on any Higher Education course.