Level 1 Religious Studies
11RS Subject DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms D. Sklenars
As well as faith formation and knowledge, the Religious Education programme contributes to the development of skills which assist students in all areas of school life and for the future e.g. reading comprehension, written expression, language development, research and development skills and decision making.
Topics in Religious Studies at this level range from issues such as reverence for life, morality and values, to looking closely at the origins and meaning of the Gospel.
Pathway Recommended Prior Learning
This is a compulsory course. Completion of Year 10 Religious Studies is recommended.
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
| Assessment | Level |
Internal or External |
Credits |
L1 Literacy Credits | UE Literacy Credits | Numeracy Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.S. 90816 v3 Religious Studies 1.1 - Describe the purpose of a sacred text within a religious tradition | 1 |
I |
6 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 90817 v3 Religious Studies 1.2 - Describe a significant development within a religious tradition | 1 |
I |
6 |
Y |
||
| A.S. 90818 v3 Religious Studies 1.3 - Describe the application of the key ethical principle(s) of a religious tradition to an issue | 1 |
I |
6 |
Y |
||
Total Credits |
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Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 18 credits.
All subject selections are provisional only and are subject to:
- meeting any course entry requirements
- minimum class sizes
- the availability of teaching staff
and the final decision is at the discretion of the Head of Learning Area for that subject.