Classical Civilisation
Sacred Heart High School
Course summary
Students who wish to develop an in-depth understanding of thevculture, beliefs, literature, politics, and societies of ancient Greece and Rome. Students who are ready for the challenge of difficult texts, indepth reading, questioning, and grappling with ideas which atvfirst can be difficult to grasp, particularly ideas that are very different from our modern cultures. Curriculum: This A-level is made up of 3 components: • The world of the Hero: Homer and Virgil • Invention of the Barbarian • Love and Relationships
Entry Requirements
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• GCSE grade 6 in English Literature. • A genuine passion and interest in the Classical World: ancient Greece and ancient Rome. • Skills in critical thinking and argumentative writing. • Students must be well-motivated and prepared to use their own initiative. • The ability to discuss and debate will be crucial, as will literary and research skills.
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Assessment
COMPONENT 1 – The World of the Hero • 40% of total A-level • 2 hours, 20 minute written paper at the end of Year 13 In this component learners will study: • Homer’s The Odyssey (year 12) • Virgil’s Aeneid (year 13) literary techniques and composition characterisation and themes social, cultural, religious context of the texts COMPONENT 2 – Invention of the Barbarian • 30% of total A-level • 1 hour, 45 minute written paper at the end of Year 13 In this component learners will study: Greek identity – how the Greeks saw and understood themselves as a people Issues of race and stereotyping in the ancient world The Persian Wars How the Greeks portrayed their enemies in art and drama The reality of Persia COMPONENT 3 – Love and Relationships • 30% of total A-level • 1 hour, 45 minute written paper at the end of Year 13 In this component learners will study: the role and status of women in ancient Greece and Rome comparative study of marriage ceremonies in Greece and Rome ancient Greek and Roman love poetry, and what this can tell us about the Classical cultures the views of Plato and Seneca on love, desire, and relationships.
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