At Key Stage 4 students opt to study Religious Studies. Religious studies students follow Eduqas exam specification component A. They will be awarded a grade 1-9 following their GCSE examinations in the summer of Year 11.
Paper 1(50%) examines ethical issues in the modern world looking at 4 topics;
- End of Life
- Relationships
- Human Rights
- Good and evil
Paper 2 (25%) examines Christian beliefs and practices.
Paper 3 (25%) examines Islamic beliefs and practices.
Students have 3 one-hour lessons per week.
Assessments to track progress are set regularly throughout each half term. With feedback being related to GCSE criteria to highlight areas of strength.
Throughout their time at the Heys, students are taught the following key skills:
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of religion and belief, including:
- Beliefs, practices and sources of authority
- influence on individuals, communities and societies
- similarities and differences within and/or between religions and beliefs
- Analyse and evaluate aspects of religion and belief, including their significance and influence