Philosophy and ethics is a broad, essay-based subject which gives you a range of knowledge and understanding of many philosophical concepts, key thinkers, themes, texts and ways of thinking. It also draws light on key ethical issues which remain incredibly important to this day, such as cloning, abortion and animal testing. During your studies you will cover many theories and study the works of many key
philosophers and thinkers, from Plato to Aristotle, Kant and Freud. The content covered is very varied and interesting and will offer a new perspective and encourage you to consider things from an analytic and challenging perspective. It will give you a new view on the key issues which face modern society today. The subject will also leave you with many transferrable skills which will be very useful, not only for your future studies but in your everyday life and in how you approach situations and problems with which you are faced. Such as analysing and evaluating the arguments of others, while constructing and defending your own arguments.
The subject is widely-recognised by universities and can work well with both humanities and written subjects such as history and English, as well as alongside sciences and mathematical subjects.
Philosophy and ethics A-level is highly-regarded by universities and employers as it proves that you are able to think, discuss and evaluate. It is an excellent preparation for any humanities degree and careers in journalism, law, teaching, counselling and psychology and medicine and health.
