Level 2 Religious Studies (RST201)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Clifford-Duncan.
This course is compulsory for all Year 12 students. There are three main topic areas covered; World Religions, Architecture, and Scripture.
In Term One, students will learn about key beliefs within Islam and Hinduism in relation to the ultimate question, "How is God revealed." At the conclusion of the topic students will complete an internal assessment in which they will be asked to explain some of the key beliefs they have learnt about, as well as explore the similarities and differences between the two religions.
In Term Two, students will study key changes to Church architecture throughout history and some of the reasons behind them. There is a particular focus on the Second Vatican Council of the 1960s, which resulted is sweeping changes to Catholic architecture.
In Term Three, students study central themes of the Bible and what these themes might mean for us today.
All assessments are internal based with 18 credits available overall.
Course Overview
Term 1
World Religions
Term 2
Architecture
Term 3
Scripture
Recommended Prior Learning
Open Entry
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Either 1 x 2B5 exercise book or 1 x Ringbinder and 1 x A4 lined refill
$10 Faith Central workbook and materials contribution
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Religious Studies 2.2 - Explain the changes in an expression(s) of a religious tradition
NZQA Info
Religious Studies 2.4 - Explain the key beliefs within two religious traditions in relation to a significant religious question
NZQA Info
Religious Studies 2.1 - Explain a significant theme in a sacred text within a religious tradition
Disclaimer
POLICY
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