12THP

Level 2 - Theology and Philosophy

Course Description

Developing on prior study in Christian thought and theology, students will engage with worldview concepts such as morality and truth within the fields of ethics, law and religion. Discovering and investigating how common these aspects are within every aspect of professional and personal life, students will observe how ethics will need to be incorporated more into AI engines for use in our everyday life. 

Students will cover the development of faith formation and religious thought since the age of the Enlightenment, tracing key changes in tradition, particularly in Christian tradition within the 20th century. With a focus on the philanthropic nature of religious institutions, students will consider examples of contemporary social actions and how they affect societies. Throughout the course, students will be trained in logic, as they consider and critique different perspectives, fostering a posture of self-reflection and empathy. 

 As part of this course, students will: 

  • Develop skills in critical thinking, evaluation, and logical reasoning
  • Consider and critique their own beliefs as well as other worldview perspectives
  • Evaluate how religious and philosophical principles shape moral and ethical decision-making
  • Critically analyse the influence of media, arts, and entertainment on moral and ethical choices

Pre-requisites

There are no pre-requisites for this course. 

Course Specific Costs

None

Pathway

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 18
Internal Assessed Credits: 18
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 90822 v3
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 2.3 - Explain how a contemporary social action derives from the ethical principles of a religious tradition


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 90823 v3
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 2.4 - Explain the key beliefs within two religious traditions in relation to a significant religious question


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91724 v2
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 2.1 - Explain a significant theme in a sacred text within a religious tradition


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 18
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0

Disclaimer

Specific course content may change from what has been advertised in order to remain current and meet students' needs. 

The school has the right to make the best decision based on both staffing, and overall student interest, when preparing the final timetable.