Advanced Higher Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies
Course Specification
Explains the structure of the Course, including its purpose and aims and information on the skills, knowledge and understanding that will be developed.
Past Papers and Marking Instructions
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Additional question papers resources
Illustrates the standard, structure and requirements of the question papers candidates will sit (includes marking instructions).
2021
Coursework (13/12/2021)
This section provides information on marking instructions and/or the coursework assessment task(s). It includes information that centres need to administer coursework and must be read in conjunction with the course specification.
Understanding Standards (05/03/2024)
Examples of candidate evidence with commentaries
Further examples of candidate evidence and commentaries can be found on the SQA Secure Site. You can access these through your SQA Coordinator.
Audio Presentation
- Overview of course assessment 2021-2022 (38.92 MB)
- Overview of course assessment 2020-2021 (38.92 MB)
- Overview of course assessment 2019-2020 (7.05 MB)
Changes to Understanding Standards materials
Please note: Understanding Standards materials are regularly reviewed to ensure they remain up to date.
Additional Resources session 2020-22
Further information can be found on the Understanding Standards Website.
Course reports (03/11/2024)
Course Reports
- 2024 Advanced Higher Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies course report November 2024
- 2023 Advanced Higher Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies course report October 2023
- 2022 Advanced Higher Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies course Report October 2022
Verification Reports
- Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies Verification Key Messages Round 1
March 2017 - Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies Qualification Verification Summary Report June 2019
June 2019 - Religious, Moral and Philosophical Studies Verification Key Messages Round 1 March 2018