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Classical Civilisation

Classical Civilisation

Classical Civilisation is taught as a subject within the Languages Faculty.

AIMS

OCR’s A Level in Classical Civilisation aims to provide learners with a broad, coherent and rewarding study of the literature and culture of the classical world.

CURRICULUM

Key Stage 5

The Latin course allows students to develop their language skills to a very high standard so they are able to tackle original Latin texts. They will also explore a range of literature and historical context.

-It offers 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.

– A study of Classical Civilisation complements many other popular A levels, including Art, Drama and Theatre Studies, English Literature, Government and Politics, History, History of Art, and Philosophy, as well as a study of the classical languages.

– The topics cover aspects of classical civilisation which have been significant in the development of the modern world. All include a study of primary classical sources, whether texts in translation or physical evidence, and all encourage candidates to gain an understanding of Greek and/or Roman society and its values.

-The course encourages candidates to develop the critical and evaluative skills which will enable them to go on to Higher Education to study a wide range of courses. The knowledge gained in following the course will, or course, enable candidates to go on to Higher Education to study Classics or Ancient History.

– The course does not require any previous study of a classical subject or knowledge of the Classical Greek or Latin language. However, the choices available enable candidates who have studied a classical subject to GCSE to broaden and deepen their knowledge and understanding of classical culture.

-Candidates are required to study three components, with a chance to study both Greece and Rome, and this makes it possible to study each of the topics chosen in great depth.

FACILITIES AND RESOURCES

The Latin classrooms are alongside the Modern Languages classrooms in Ormerod House. Our well-appointed rooms are equipped with data projectors to facilitate the delivery of our popular e-learning resources. In this area there is also a very well stocked Classics bookstore and office. Examples of pupils’ work adorn the classrooms and adjacent corridor and classes can also make use of the dedicated computer suite in the building.

TRIPS AND VISITS

There are numerous sites both in the UK and abroad, which have been visited by our GCSE Latin and Classical Civilisation students to supplement and enrich their enjoyment and appreciation of the classical world. A variety of theatrical productions and study days are also organised by the department as appropriate. A previous trip saw the pupils visit Pompeii in Italy to explore the ancient remains of the city.

EXTRA-CURRICULAR

We provide subject support clinics for Y11 and Y13.

For more information please contact:

MRS J MELIA

Subject Leader of Classics and Latin

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