Classical Civilisation A Level

Course code: FTB007

School of Humanities & Science

The Programme

You will study the ancient civilisations of Greece and Rome; their ruined monuments, sculptures, wall paintings and literature. The complex cultures that existed with their predecessors and successors around the Mediterranean Sea will also be covered. This is a course where you are encouraged to appreciate the distinctive values of the classical world.

The Programme Content

This is a course where you are encouraged to appreciate the distinctive values of the classical world. Focusing on Ancient Greece and Rome, the emphasis will be on the changing societies and cultures. The topics taught are extremely popular with students, and accessible for students with no background in Classics. The set texts provides students with direct access to the ancient world. Its litearture, history and civilisation.

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade C or above including English Language. A good level of numeric and ICT skills are needed to process data and present your research.

Costs

There will be a cost incurred in participating in educational visits, both in this country and abroad.

Venue

Barnstaple, Main Site

Progression

This course is valued by employers and universities and can lead to careers in teaching and research.

Length of Study

AS Level one year, A Level two years.

Academic Year

This course starts in the 2013 / 2014 academic year.