This resource contains all lessons for the last section of ‘Epistemology’ (the limitations of knowledge) under AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. Relevant for either the AS or A-Level, these resources summarise each respective argument/theory, alongside their critiques and any relevant defences. Exam questions are also included routinely. Unit contains: Philosophical scepticism (local scepticism and global scepticism) Cartesian scepticism and its issues (The Cartesian Circle) Responses to scepticism Whilst this contains all relevant theoretical materials, and poses questions to probe understanding, please use the approved AQA textbook for relevant activities. Note: any extra materials/resources or videos used herewithin are not owned by me, and I take no credit for these. Please refer to their URL links for the original designer/creator.

This resource contains a complete lesson on the theories of ‘Philosophical Behaviourism’, including criticisms and any relevant defences, as part of the ‘Metaphysics of the Mind’ unit of AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. Please note that, whilst this contains all relevant learning materials, this should be used in conjunction with the official textbook.

Full question bank of AQA A Level exam-style questions for Y12 and Y13. Covers 3 markers, 5 markers, 12 markers & 25 markers. 9 full pages of questions with hints and writing guidance too.

Complete course workbook for new specification AQA A Level Philosophy. 26 page workbook of fill-in activities, designed to consolidate and revise key content. Includes exam technique hints, practice questions and evaluation opportunities. Great printed off into A3 booklets. Can be used either in class as a teaching tool, provided as an independent revision resource or set as homework tasks. Covers whole A Level course including: Epistemology Moral Philosophy Metaphysics of God Metaphysics of Mind

AQA A Level Philosophy revision lesson giving you a taste of the unit of work ‘A Level Philosophy: ‘A Level Metaphysics of Mind Revision’, available in my TES shop.

Resource for an introductory session to the AQA epistemology module, includes activity and reading list for the year.

This resource contains all lessons for ‘Epistemology’ under AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. Relevant for either the AS or A-Level, these resources summarise each respective argument/theory, alongside their critiques and any relevant defences. Exam questions are also included routinely. Unit contains: Definitions of knowledge (JTB, Gettier, Fake Barn cases, Infallibilism, ‘no false lemmas’, Reliabilism and Epistemic Virtue) Perception as a source of knowledge (Direct Realism, Indirect Realism, Idealism) Reason as a source of knowledge (Innatism, ‘Tabula Rasa’, the Intuition and Deduction Thesis, Hume’s Fork, The Cogito and Descartes proof of God) The limitations of knowledge (philosophical scepticism, Cartesian scepticism) Whilst this contains all relevant theoretical materials, and poses questions to probe understanding, please use the approved AQA textbook for relevant activities. Note: any extra materials/resources or videos used herewithin are not owned by me, and I take no credit for these. Please refer to their URL links for the original designer/creator.

This resource contains all lessons for the second section of ‘Epistemology’ (perception as a source of knowledge) under AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. Relevant for either the AS or A-Level, these resources summarise each respective argument/theory, alongside their critiques and any relevant defences. Exam questions are also included routinely. Unit contains: Realism Direct Realism and its issues (perceptual variation, illusion, hallucination and time-lag) Indirect Realism and its issues (scepticism about mind-independent objects) Berkeley’s Idealism and its issues Whilst this contains all relevant theoretical materials, and poses questions to probe understanding, please use the approved AQA textbook for relevant activities. Note: any extra materials/resources or videos used herewithin are not owned by me, and I take no credit for these. Please refer to their URL links for the original designer/creator.

This powerpoint covers the epistemic theory of virtue epistemology. The power point is made with neuro-divergent students in mind. It covers the main strengths and weaknesses of the theory.

Unlock the secrets to top-notch AQA A-Level Philosophy essays with this comprehensive resource, carefully designed to guide you through the intricacies of epistemology and metaphysics of mind. This invaluable collection boasts a plethora of high-quality, exemplar essays to boost your understanding and elevate your writing skills. The resource covers two essential branches of philosophy: Epistemology, with essays on: The nature of knowledge Perception as a source of knowledge Reason as a source of knowledge The limits of knowledge Metaphysics of Mind essays on: Substance Dualism Property Dualism Behaviourism Mind-Brain Identity Theory Eliminative Materialism Functionalism Each essay showcases a clear and coherent structure, incorporating critical analysis and evaluation of key concepts, theories, and arguments. Not only will you gain a deep understanding of the subject matter, but you’ll also learn how to craft compelling and persuasive essays that adhere to the AQA A-Level Philosophy requirements.

This resource contains a complete lesson on ‘Realism’ as part of the Epistemology unit for AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. The lesson focuses on theory and skills on debate/oracy as well as higher-order thinking. For further activities and guidance, please use the official AQA A-Level Philosophy textbook.

This resource contains a complete lesson on ‘Descartes’ Ontological Argument’ as part of the Metaphysics of God unit for AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. The lesson focuses on theory and skills on debate/oracy as well as higher-order thinking. For further activities and guidance, please use the official AQA A-Level Philosophy textbook.

9 slides on the AQA Philosophy topic of Epistemology. Covers the limits of knowledge (local/global/descartes’ response to scepticism; Russell, Locke, Berkely and Reliablism).

This resource contains all lessons for the first section of Epistemology (‘what is knowledge?’) under AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. Relevant for either the AS or A-Level, these resources summarise each respective argument/theory, alongside their critiques and any relevant defences. Exam questions are also included routinely. Unit contains: An introduction to philosophy at A-Level Definitions of knowledge (and Zagzebski’s pitfalls) Plato and Justified True Belief Issues with Justified True Belief (Gettier and Fake Barn Cases) Defences for Justified True Belief (Infallibilism, ‘no false lemmas’, Reliabilism and Epistemic Virtue) Whilst this contains all relevant theoretical materials, and poses questions to probe understanding, please use the approved AQA textbook for relevant activities. Note: any extra materials/resources or videos used herewithin are not owned by me, and I take no credit for these. Please refer to their URL links for the original designer/creator.

This resource contains all lessons for the third section of ‘Epistemology’ (Reason as a source of knowledge) under AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. Relevant for either the AS or A-Level, these resources summarise each respective argument/theory, alongside their critiques and any relevant defences. Exam questions are also included routinely. Unit contains: Innatism and its issues Tabula Rasa and its issues Rationalism vs Empiricism (The Intuition and Deduction Thesis and Hume’s Fork) The Cogito (what is it?) Descartes’ proof of God (The Trademark Argument, The Contingency Argument and Descartes’ Ontological Argument) Descartes’ proof of the external world Whilst this contains all relevant theoretical materials, and poses questions to probe understanding, please use the approved AQA textbook for relevant activities. Note: any extra materials/resources or videos used herewithin are not owned by me, and I take no credit for these. Please refer to their URL links for the original designer/creator.

A PowerPoint which goes through the content of Paper 1: Epistemology for A-Level Philosophy. Useful for revision and/or teaching the content initially.

Complied resource of all 5 mark and some 12 mark questions on the Epistemology topic of the AQA A level Philosophy specification

This resource contains a complete lesson on ‘what is knowledge?’ as part of the Epistemology unit for AQA’s A-Level Philosophy course. The lesson focuses on theory and skills on debate/oracy as well as higher-order thinking. For further activities and guidance, please use the official AQA A-Level Philosophy textbook.

Topic checklist for Epistemology (A1 content), following AQA Philosophy specification (Paper 1).