Course code: 1352
Course type: Full time
Duration: 2 years*
Level: 3
Site: Station Plaza
Start date: September 2012

Are you a logical thinker? Do you know what makes a good argument? Assessing evidence and arguing your point are essential skills at A level and at university, where the ability to communicate your standpoint persuasively is as important as what you know. With our A level Critical Thinking course you will find out how to give power to your arguments by understanding the structure of arguments and evaluating what is important in presenting a persuasive case. The course allows you to understand the development of reasoned argument, the importance of language use and the process of making a considered judgement based on evidence. Using an established framework you will learn how to assess the credibility of claims in a dispute – including evaluating arguments currently in the news – from a reasonable and ethical standpoint.

How will I be assessed?

You will develop skills in analysis and evaluation, and learn how to write clear and coherent arguments of your own.

What will I learn?

Higher Education and then your career: e.g. banking, accounting, business, marketing or law.

What are my career opportunities?

Critical thinking skills are highly sought after by employers in any field and desired in all careers.

Further Study?

Higher Education and then any career requiring analytical communication skills, e.g. law, politics or medicine.

Are there any extra costs?

There may be reasonable expenses to cover educational trips.