Classical Civilisations A-level

Why Classics?

• A highly regarded A-Level which combines academic rigour with fascinating subject content, including insights into a different world of gods, heroes, empires and government.
• Supported by trips to museums, universities and theatres and an optional place on the departments' biennial overseas residential trip.
• The opportunity to study diverse topics and sources, including both literature and visual/material culture, which will inspire and motivate learners to engage further with the classical world.
• The course covers the foundations of Western culture - The study of the oldest surviving works of western literature; the origins of democracy; the birth of theatre; art and artistry.

Any special requirements?

The study of Latin and Ancient Greek is all completed in English translation so no prior knowledge is required. However, a grade B/5 in English Literature and/or History is desirable.

What will I study?

Classical Civilisations will encompass the study of ancient literature, theatre and politics, with a particular focus on Ancient Greece.

How will I be assessed?

• The World of the Hero; the study of Homer's Iliad and Virgil's Aeneid (worth 40% of your A Level).
• Culture and the Arts: Greek Theatre (worth 30% of your A Level).
• Beliefs and Ideas: Democracy and the Athenians (worth 30% of your A Level)

What qualification will I achieve?

On completing the full two-year course you will be awarded a qualification in A-level Classical Civilisation.