The first unit is World Religions where candidates have the choice of studying one of the six major world religions; (Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism and Sikhism).
The third unit is Religious and Philosophical Questions; where candidates have the choice of one of the following; Origins of Life, Existence of God, Suffering & Evil, and Miracles.
[3] In 2011 the results of a three-year study were released, in which it was reported that despite many shortcomings in the way RMPS had been taught in Scotland, the subject was seeing "unprecedented interest and optimism"; the number of students sitting for the Higher RMPS increased from 1,323 in 2006 to about 4,100 in 2011.
[4] In 2023, 3,889 pupils sat the Higher exam, with almost 3,300 gaining a pass grade.
[5] This subject can also be studied at Bachelor Degree level, and the qualification can be used to become a teacher in RMPS.