ABSTRACT

Philosophy for AS and A Level is an accessible textbook for the new 2017 AQA Philosophy syllabus. Structured closely around the AQA specification this textbook covers the two units shared by the AS and A Level, Epistemology and Moral Philosophy, in an engaging and student-friendly way. With chapters on 'How to do philosophy', exam preparation providing students with the philosophical skills they need to succeed, and an extensive glossary to support understanding, this book is ideal for students studying philosophy.

Each chapter includes:

  • argument maps that help to develop student’s analytical and critical skills
  • comprehension questions to test understanding
  • discussion questions to generate evaluative argument
  • explanation and commentary on the AQA set texts
  • ‘Thinking harder’ sections
  • cross-references to help students make connections
  • bullet-point summaries of each topic.

The companion website hosts a wealth of further resources, including PowerPoint slides, flashcards, further reading, weblinks and handouts, all structured to accompany the textbook. It can be found at www.routledge.com/cw/alevelphilosophy.

    chapter |5 pages

    Introduction

    chapter |19 pages

    How to do philosophy

    chapter |175 pages

    Epistemology

    chapter |205 pages

    Moral philosophy

    chapter |16 pages

    Preparing for the AS exam