A-Level Classical Civilisation
A Level Classical Civilisation
The study of Classical Civilisation explores a varied range of topics from ancient philosophy, history, politics, religion, literature, and the arts. Our journey through the culture of the ancient world helps students to develop vital skills for academic and scholarly research, whilst fostering and promoting intensive curiosity.
Why choose Classical Civilisation?
Throughout our course of study, we will delve into such issues as the nature of ancient warfare, the voyages of epic heroes, the role of the divine, and the activities of political masterminds. Designated a desired subject by Russell group universities, the study of Classical Civilisation teaches many highly transferable skills that are required by many courses.
Who better to teach you how to refine your public image than the first Emperor of Rome, Augustus? Who better to teach you the skills of strategy and composition than the poets Homer and Virgil? Combining an appreciation of literature with incisive and analytical thinking, Classicists can always see differing perspectives of an argument and provide a convincing case for their point of view. Classicists from St Bede’s and beyond have prospered not only in their university applications but also in whatever career path the discipline led them to, whether that be in the media, in literature, in business, in the law, in education, in research, in philosophy, in accountancy, in politics, in diplomacy… The list goes on and on.
Assessment Information
Exam Board: OCR (H408)
Objectives:
• To recall and deploy relevant knowledge and understanding of literary, cultural, material or historical sources or linguistic forms, in their appropriate contexts.
• To analyse, evaluate and respond to classical sources literary, cultural, material, historical or linguistic as appropriate.
• To select, organise and present relevant information and argument in a clear, logical, accurate and appropriate form.