Year 9 Curriculum Information - RE

Examination Board

EDEXCEL

Topics covered in the Autumn term

Christianity and equality, Sanctity of life, Human rights, Racial harmony, Religious Freedom and Social Justice.

Topics Covered in the Spring Term

Islam and Crime and Punishment: Capital punishment, Reform and Rehabilitation, Justice, Causes of Crime.

Topics Covered in the Summer Term

Islam and War and Peace: Just War Theory, Lesser and Greater Jihad, Pacifism, Causes of War.

Assessment

Termly examinations and one end of year examination - 50 minutes.

Special Requirements/Equipment

Students will need a ruler, black pen and a green pen.

Home Learning

Home-learning is set each week. All class work and home-learning is marked. Books are collected in regularly.

Reading List

Resources are not available yet.

Useful Websites

BBC Bitesize GCSE Religious Studies- Christianity and Islam