Level 2 Classical Studies
Although next year timetables are yet to be finalised, course selection is now finished. Any changes to student courses will now take place in January.
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms K. Mathis.
Classical Studies is the study of classical Greece and Rome. You will examine societies and the way people lived in the ancient world. Classics draws from History, English, Philosophy, Mythology, Art History and Politics to help you see the significance of classical civilization in the cultural traditions of the contemporary world. The topics we cover include: Life of the Romans; Destruction and rediscovery of Pompeii; Greek myth, heroes and tragedy and warfare
Where does it lead? Classics will help you learn skills to challenge societal expectations, understand people and culture, develop research and academic writing skills and explain the world we live in. Classical languages are the base of many terms in law, medicine, theology and science. Classics can lead to careers in archiving, archaeology, teaching, classical studies and ancient history. Or you can use the skills from Classics and pair it with History, Political science or Law.
What should I have already done?
You will have studied Year 9 and Year 10 Social Studies, and may have studied a Social Science subject in Year 11.
Course Contribution
No cost.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
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NZQA Info
Classical Studies 2.1 - Examine ideas and values of the classical world
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Classical Studies 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of a significant event in the classical world
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Classical Studies 2.4 - Examine socio-political life in the classical world
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Classical Studies 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between aspects of the classical world and aspects of other cultures
Pathway Tags
Trainer, Musician, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), Nanny/Child Carer, Recreation Co-ordinator, Registered Nurse, Archivist, Historian, Barrister, Author, Counsellor, Journalist, Interpreter, Legal Executive, Solicitor, Judge, Curator, Foreign Policy Officer, General Practitioner, Personal Assistant, Early Childhood Teacher, Primary School Teacher, Librarian, Translator, Library Assistant, Policy Analyst, Tertiary Lecturer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Youth Worker, Secondary School Teacher, Teacher Aide, Conservator, Exhibition and Collections Technician, Event Manager, Actuary, Urban/Regional Planner, Audiologist/Audiometrist, Paramedic,
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Disclaimer
Courses will only run based on minimum entries
Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course
You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisite of a course or if the course requires this for entry
Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOD of the Department
Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths
Course contribution may vary slightly by the start of 2025