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Essay / Personal reflection on studying at GCSE - 641
I have an interest and passion for religious studies and wish to pursue studies in religion to further develop my knowledge, ambition and understanding which I will eventually pursue towards a PGCE diploma. While studying Religion and Ethics at GCSE, I became fascinated by the different world religions and how religious beliefs affect attitudes, lifestyle and behavior; this influenced my choice of A' Level and at A' Level I particularly enjoyed the study of Judaism and Buddhism on a much deeper level. My BA in Religious Studies has given me insight into how Orthodox Jews still manage to uphold Jewish law in the 21st century and I want to continue my exploration of world religions in the modern world in higher education. I really enjoyed my Buddhist module and believe the teaching on Dukkha and Karma is very relevant for everyone in the 21st century. I am also an avid philosopher and have enjoyed debating ultimate questions such as “why is there evil?” and “how can we prove that God exists?” These are fundamental questions that demand answers and I want to continue my studies....