Religion
Staff
Head of Department
Mrs Elaine O'Neill
Departmental Staff
Mr J Devlin
Mrs M Rafferty
Miss N McAllister
KS3
Year 8
In Year 8 students study the life and work of Jesus through a range of reading and writing activities. They explore the life of St. Pius X and why their school is named after this saint. Pupils are given the opportunity to become familiar with the bible, both Old Testament and New Testament and pupils receive their own Gideon’s Bible to help with this unit. Pupils carry out project work, on selected themes through the use of ICT. The different units of study allow the opportunity for prayer and faith development.
Year 9
In Year 9 students continue to build on the firm foundations established in Year 8, developing a more detailed understanding and appreciation the life of Jesus focusing on St. Luke’s Gospel. Pupils will continue to develop a deeper understanding of their faith by looking at moral issues and their response to them. Pupils will be given the opportunity to develop their Speaking and Listening skills in group discussions. Pupils will also be given the opportunity to look at world religions such as Judaism.
Year 10
In Year 10 students build upon their knowledge on the life of Jesus by looking at his life in greater depth through the different gospel’s to start preparing pupils for their GCSE RE. Written activities will be tailored to help the transition from Key Stage 3 to GSCE. Pupils will be given the opportunity to look world religions. They will continue to develop their faith through a range of faith development activities.
GCSE
Religious Studies
Exam Board: CCEA
A Level
Religious Studies
Exam Board: CCEA
Vocational Qualifications
CoPe Level 2
Exam Board: ASDAN
Career Opportunities
Religious Studies graduates find opportunities with many different employers. Public and private sector organisations such as the National Health Service (NHS), educational institutions, local and national government, financial and legal firms, and voluntary and charitable organisations employ Religious Studies graduates in a range of roles, including:
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Administration
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Social Worker
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Advice Worker
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Counsellor
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Housing Advisor
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Other typical employers include:
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Minister of Religion
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Teacher
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Journalist
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Librarian
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Youth and Community worker
Student Support Materials
K3 Revision Booklets
KS4 GCSE Religious Studies Unit 5 Guide
KS4 GCSE Religious Studies Unit 8 Guide
AS Religious Studies Unit 2 and Unit 7 Guide
A2 Religious Studies Unit 2 and Unit 7 Guide
Synoptic Assessment Guide
ASDAN CoPE Level 2 Guide
Clubs/Events
Pope John Paul II Award
Muiredach Cross Award
Trócaire Romero Award
Miraculous Medal Novena
Padre Pio Novena
Holy Family Youth Group
Faith Award Group annual pilgrimage to Knock
P7 Confirmation Retreat