Classical Civilisation A Level

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Our A level in Classical Civilisation has been designed to provide learners with a broad, coherent and rewarding study of the literature and culture of the classical world. It offers learners the opportunity to study elements of the literature, visual/material culture and thought of the classical world, and acquire an understanding of their social, historical and cultural contexts.

• Unit 1 – The World of the Hero: This is a compulsory component consisting of an in-depth study of Homer’s Odyssey in year 12 and Virgil’s Aeneid in year 13. This component is solely focused on the study of literature in translation.
• Unit 2 – Culture and the Arts Invention of the Barbarian We explore how the Greeks saw themselves as distinct from their ‘barbarian’ neighbours. With issues of race and stereotypes so prevalent in the modern world, this component raises matters which will resonate with learners and encourage them to think about their own society and beliefs.
• Unit 3 – Beliefs and Ideas Politics of the Late Republic: The Late Roman Republic was a period of upheaval and conflicting views on how the Roman state should function. These conflicts eventually led to the downfall of the Republican res publica (state) and the rise of the Roman Emperors.

Students will be expected to complete preparatory reading before lessons, allowing them to take part in classroom discussions focussed on key issues. Similarly successful students will use their free periods to read around the topics, building greater knowledge and understanding that will help them succeed.

To study A Level qualifications: A minimum of 36 points. These points will be accumulated from your top 8 KS4 grades. For example, a student who achieves the following grades would meet the entry criteria.

E.g 6+6+5+5+4+4+3+3 = 36 points (Average grade 4.5)

Some A level qualifications will require a grade 6 to access them (please check with subject curriculum leaders if this applies to their course)

Entry criteria is a guide and interviews will be conducted with candidates to confirm if they are suitable to follow their selected courses.

Possible careers - Academic Researcher, Archivist, Heritage Manager, Historic Buildings Inspector/Conservation Officer, Museum Education Officer, Museum/Gallery Curator, Museum/Gallery Exhibitions Officer, Secondary School Teacher