Explore the Metaphysics of God: consider whether the concept of God is coherent, whether the given attributes of God are compatible with evil, and whether the arguments for the existence of God are convincing.
Debate the Metaphysics of Mind: consider what the mind is and where it might be located. Explore the hypothesis that the mind is a separate substance from the body, along with other issues and alternative explanations relating to this school of thought.
A Level Philosophy develops your evaluation, analytical and problem-solving skills, whilst strengthening your ability to research, write and debate to present complex ideas clearly and concisely.
Grade 9-5 in GCSE English.
Philosophy is highly regarded by universities as it requires excellent analytical skills and comprehension of complex ideas. It combines well with theology, natural sciences, history, sociology and law. It can also lead to careers in the civil service, journalism, social work, teaching and charity work.
Famous English philosopher Jeremy Bentham requested that his body be preserved after his death in 1832: you can still see him at University College London. His head was supposed to be mummified, but the attempt failed and it was replaced with a wax version - which was repeatedly stolen in student pranks.