PHI2
This course requires 2 options.

Philosophy 2

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Gareth Cass.

Philosophy is the study of problems concerning existence, knowledge, values, reason, the mind, and language. The focus is on critical thinking and deepening your thinking on topics of personal interest. There is an emphasis on students guiding the discussion and learning.

Students will be able to gain 18 credits and will have some choice about which standards they will be assessed against based on their personal interests.

Course Overview

Term 1
Inquiry into conflict in modern society. A focus on the nature of modern democracy and it's antecedents as well as conflicts between democracy and alternative forms of government and the ethical and moral considerations and consequences related to real world examples.

Term 2
Inquiry into a human rights movement. Theories of morality and discussion of what constitutes a right and the conflicts that can arise between different groups in society in relation to perceived rights. Analysis of a real world movement for human rights. Consideration of the methods and justification of the movement and the consequences and effectiveness of the movement.

Term 3
Inquiry into world views and purpose in life. Theories of religion and culture. Historical perspective on the spread of religion and culture. Analysis of changes in cultural and religious practice over time. Considerations of specific cultural practices and their place in the greater culture.

Term 4
Inquiry to the application of a world view to a modern ethical dilemma. Consideration of the moral framework and the consequences of a particular approach to a real world issue. Analysis of the wider implication for society as a whole.

Prerequisites

If you did not take a pathway course at Level 1, or achieved less than 50% in that course, you will need HOD approval. Achievement in a subject with a significant literacy component such as English or History is generally expected.

Pathway

Career Pathways

Key Competencies

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 24
Internal Assessed Credits: 24
External Assessed Credits: 0
Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
A.S. 90821 v3
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 2.2 - Explain the changes in an expression(s) of a religious tradition


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 90822 v3
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 2.3 - Explain how a contemporary social action derives from the ethical principles of a religious tradition


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 90823 v3
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 2.4 - Explain the key beliefs within two religious traditions in relation to a significant religious question


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
A.S. 91724 v2
NZQA Info

Religious Studies 2.1 - Explain a significant theme in a sacred text within a religious tradition


Level: 2
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 6
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 24
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0