Description
How to get an A in A-level Philosophy is the course textbook written with the student in mind. Focused on the AQA philosophy syllabus from 2017 onwards (7172), this book covers all four modules in a simple and concise manner. Using plenty of examples, each idea is broken down into what that idea is, the arguments for that idea, and the arguments against. Later sections explain (with examples) how to communicate these ideas and arguments to achieve maximum marks in the exam.
Inside you will find:
- Explanation of syllabus topics for all four modules:
- Epistemology
- Moral philosophy
- Metaphysics of God
- Metaphysics of mind
- Bullet point summaries at the end of each module
- Exam blueprint for each question type with examples
- Example 25 mark answer plans for every major topic
- 3, 5, 12, and 25 mark practice questions
- Revision exercises including multiple choice quizzes
- Glossary of key terms
Short and sharp revision notes…
…written in plain English and in a way that is practically useful for the exam:
- What each philosophical idea is
- The arguments for that idea (and responses)
- And the arguments against that idea (and responses)
At the end of each module, bullet point summaries condense all the key information into a few pages.
The exam technique sections…
…explain how to hit the assessment objectives (AO1 and AO2) and get top marks for:
- 3 mark questions
- 5 mark questions
- 12 mark questions
- and 25 mark questions
A* example answers are given for the various question formats. And for the 25 mark questions, example essay plans for all the major topics will show you how to construct a balanced and consistent essay that argues with intent towards a logical conclusion (this is really key to getting an A+ in the exam!)
The book also includes…
- Multiple choice quizzes
- Practice questions based on the AQA exam format
- Last-minute revision checklist
- A syllabus checklist
- Glossary of key terms
- And a reading list with links to the original source material
Second edition published September 2022
Pages: 333
Size: 18.9 cm x 1.91 cm x 24.61 cm
ISBN: 9798719524658
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Massimo Rossi (verified owner) –
Utterly fantastic resource!
Especially for a student like me studying towards the Philosophy A level independently the clear and to-the-point explanations were excellent in clearing up any doubts and confusions. But what proved especially invaluable for me was the very detailed and fuss-free exam technique section and most importantly the super-useful essay plans which got me to the exam feeling prepared and confident. I truly don’t think I would have managed to get an A* without the help of this textbook! Can’t recommend it enough!