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Classical Civilisation
Where are you going?
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Why should I come to Runshaw to study Classical Civilisation?
Our classroom experience gives you the opportunity to become immersed in this fascinating period of history that has shaped the modern world. Lessons involve multi- media resources, artefacts and visits to Greece and Rome.
The 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 and material culture and thought of the classical world, and acquire an understanding of their social, historical and cultural contexts.
What will I study?
The course will provide the opportunity to study both Greece and Rome and their surrounding worlds.
You will develop an understanding, appreciation and knowledge of the Greeks and Romans through the buildings, art, poetry, plays and philosophy they have left us with.
Specifically, Year 1 of the course will involve study of Greek art, as well as a study, in some depth, of Homer’s Odyssey, an epic poem which tells the story of a hero’s journey back from the Trojan War.
The Second year of the course studies the Roman Epic, Virgil’s Aeneid, which will be compared and contrasted with the Odyssey, as well as an overview of Greek religion and philosophical attitudes towards the Gods.
How is the course assessed?
100% written examination.
How do I find out more and apply?
Please see our course leaflet at www.runshaw.ac.uk and press the ‘Apply’ button. For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please access nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
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student profile Eleanor Anderton
Classical Civilisation, Drama & Theatre Studies, English Literature, EPQ, History
“I like the variety of subjects
on offer at Runshaw and
the spread out nature of
the campus as it creates a university-like atmosphere, as well as the high standard of teaching coupled with how approachable the teachers are. I am a member of the History Academy and the Humanities Academy. I am hoping to study Classics at Durham University.”
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