Level 3 Theology & Philosophy (TAP301)

This optional course is for students who are interested in exploring theological and philosophical questions at a deeper level. Students will contrast religious and non-religious worldviews, analyse the dangers of religious cults and explore an influential piece of psychological research. This course is excellent preparation for further study at University, and can be a meaningful personal opportunity for those who are wanting to explore some of the bigger questions of existence.   

You can use this course toward your University Entrance. Please note, this is a separate course to Religious Studies. 

There are two 6 credit Level 3 Achievement Standards and one 3 credit Level 3 Achievement Standard offered. 

Religious Studies 3.2: “Sects and Cults” is a study of religious expression in New Zealand.
Religious Studies 3.4: “Religious versus Secular” is a comparative study of religious and secular worldviews.
Psychology 3.2: Analyse the significance of a key piece of research and its impact on society.  

All three Standards are internally assessed. Students taking this course will still take the compulsory Year 13 Religious Studies course. (Please note that the Achievement Standards you complete in Religious Studies can be used alongside the Religious Studies Achievement Standards you complete in TAP for University Entrance).