The Philosophy, Theology and Ethics department at Queen's encourages our pupils to think deeply about big questions and to explore our own preconceptions.. We provide our pupils with the tools for rational, academic debate and value a spirit of open-mindedness, enquiry and tolerance.
Philosophy, Theology and Ethics is taught to all pupils in Year 7-9 covering five of the main world religions and humanism. GCSE and A-level Religious Studies courses include philosophy and ethics papers, as well as a study of religion in society. Both are popular options with a long track record of excellent examination results. We make extensive use of what London has to offer in terms of religious exhibitions, buildings, public lectures and conferences.
We organise trips to places of worship where our pupils meet members of different faiths and engage in inter-faith dialogue. There is, for instance, a biennial residential trip to Amsterdam for GCSE students which alternates with A-level trips to places such as Berlin and Krakow.
The department has close links to King's College, London and Oxford University. Many of our pupils choose to study a related subject at university.