We are currently updating our resources for AQA GCSE Religious Studies Specification A following the changes announced by AQA for assessment from 2026. Revised editions will be available for you to pre-order from summer 2025. Please note this title is suitable for any student studying: Exam Board: AQA Level: GCSE Subject: Religious Studies First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 This Student Book has been approved by AQA. This textbook offers a tried and tested approach to cover the study of Hinduism, and thematic studies from the perspective of Hinduism. Each chapter sets clear objectives and topic summaries, helping students understand what they need to know. Case studies provide a real-life story or perspective, showing Hinduism as it is practised today, and offering contemporary ethical issues for debate. The book includes a range of activity types and study tips to develop understanding in the classroom or at home. There is also further assessment guidance throughout the book, offering revision checklists, practice questions and sample answer activities to support the new question types.

Cynthia Bartlett has extensive experience as a school head and examiner for a major awarding body. Mary Horsley has many years experience as Head of Religious Studies. She has held examining roles for Religious Studies and History for several exam boards.