TCE Studies of Religion

Level 3

TCE Studies of Religion Level 3

What will I learn?

Studies of Religion intends to expand learners’ knowledge and understanding of religious diversity and the role that religion plays in society and in many people’s lives in Australia in the 21st century. Through the study of the search for meaning, at least two religious traditions and a depth study, learners will engage with key facets of religion such as:

• the influence of world views, 
• the ethical teachings of religious traditions including deep questions of how meaning is given to life, and 
• the 21st Century role of religion in society. 

This course is based on the following pre-suppositions:

• that in an academic setting religions have to be subjected to rigorous analysis and critique
• that even within religions there often exists a plurality of interpretations of particular beliefs and perspectives
• that learner achievement is based entirely on the ability to understand, analyse and evaluate the religious traditions under study, not on their adherence to the beliefs and values of any tradition. 

Why should I consider this course?

• are interested in learning about the world religions
• enjoy reading texts and watching films about people, places and events from different cultures
• prefer a variety of learning activities and assessment tasks
• want to develop your ability to build evidence based arguments in Year 11/12, University, or the workplace. 
• preparing for or supporting senior courses in Year 11/12 or University which require you acknowledge the origin of your information, literacy and critical thinking

What Skills does this course provide?

• Analytical thinking and innovation 

• Active learning and learning strategies 

• Complex problem solving 

• Critical thinking and analysis 

• Creativity, originality and initiative 

• Leadership and social influence 

• Resilience, stress tolerance and flexibility 

• Reasoning, problem-solving and ideation 

• Persuasion and negotiation 

• Communication 

• Written comprehension 

• Judgement and decision-making 

• Reading and oral comprehension 

• Multitasking 

• Empathy 

• Social perceptiveness 

• Attention to detail 

• Problem-solving 

• Active listening

What Pathway Options does this course provide?

The skills developed during this course help prepare students for a number of University and non-University pathways which can lead to careers and employment in areas such as:

Historian, Cultural Heritage Officer, Economic Historian, Geographical Historian, Teacher (Primary, Secondary) University Lecturer/Academic, Screenwriter, Playwright, Media Advisor, Communications Officer, Publishing Editor, Fact-checker, Publisher, Writer/Author, Journalist, Lawyer, Solicitor,  Criminologist,  Conservator, Management Consultant, Manager Human Resources, Policy Advisor, Policy and Planning Manager, Policy Analyst, Political Scientist, Foreign Affairs and Trade officer, Parliamentarian, Business Consultant, Resource Economist, Community Worker, Social Researcher Counsellor, Student Advisor, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, Welfare Case Manager, Welfare Worker, Youth Worker, Social Work.